Quantity Surveyor. Job in Birmingham LilyLifestyle Jobs

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor with adaptation programmes experience working for a prestigious company in Birmingham.

Salary: Circa 50K per annum plus 5K car allowance

Benefits:

• 25 holiday days plus Bank Holidays
• 5K car allowance
• Health assured scheme
• Company pension
• Company Events
• Dress down Fridays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Access to Bright Exchange for discounted retail and membership schemes

Responsibilities:

Our client is a trusted contractor working directly on behalf of Birmingham City Council, delivering housing adaptation programmes. The role would be best suited for an experienced Quantity Surveyor who is capable of working independently. The Quantity Surveyor will provide professional cost management, commercial oversight, and contract administration for Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) projects. The role ensures value for money, financial control, timely project delivery, and compliance with contractual obligations, supporting residents with disabilities to live safely and independently.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, schedules of works, and budgets for DFG-funded adaptations.
• Produce and maintain cost plans throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assess contractor quotations for compliance and value for money.
• Monitor ongoing costs, forecast final accounts, and highlight financial risks.
• Ensure the timely submission of all data required to monitor and analyse contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Liaise with Contracts Management in the daily commercial administration of contracts to ensure financial success and keep the Commercial Manager informed of material events.
• Ensure, in consultation with Contracts Management, that all necessary notices and submissions required by the various forms of contract are issued promptly to protect the Group's commercial position.
• Administer main contract payment applications, including measurement of work, additional cost claims, and final account submissions.
• Assist in the administration of Sub-Contractor performance to ensure economic and timely completion of contractual obligations.
• Participate in dispute avoidance and resolution activities, always maintaining professionalism.
• Ensure projects comply with DFG legislation, local authority policies, and funding limits.
• Conduct site visits to verify completed work, measure quantities, and resolve onsite queries.
• Maintain accurate records and produce financial and performance reports for audit purposes.

Qualifications:

• A Quantity Surveyor with adaptations experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs, building regulations, and domestic adaptation works.
• Knowledge of DFG legislation and processes.
• Proficiency in measuring, estimating, and cost reporting.
• Valid UK driving licence (if site visits required).
• Ideally a member of RICS or working towards it.

If you are an empathetic and customer focused individual looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented, and commercially aware role then please apply. For further information please contact our recruitment team.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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