Are you ready to drive high-impact commercial transformation and protect public value across major property and retrofit programmes?
We are currently collaborating with an ambitious local authority client in York to secure an experienced, commercially astute Quantity Surveyor. This is a pivotal interim opportunity to shape a sustainable commercial function and deliver lasting community value across a diverse portfolio of construction and property projects.
Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking property and commercial team on a 4-day-a-week basis (with 3 days on-site in York), you will provide specialist quantity surveying and commercial management expertise across our client’s busy Building Services Team.
Key Focus Areas & Responsibilities
- Establish Robust Commercial Governance: Set up and embed rigorous controls, transparent reporting processes, and effective change control mechanisms across all active projects.
- Enhance Financial Controls: Drive continuous improvement in valuation, payment applications, and final account management processes to guarantee absolute financial transparency.
- Drive Value for Money: Strengthen contractor management, introduce rigorous commercial challenge, and ensure high standards of accountability across the board.
- Support Vital Public Programmes: Play a crucial frontline role in delivering Decent Homes standards, statutory compliance works, capital investment schemes, and critical retrofit initiatives.
- End-to-End Delivery: Oversee the full commercial lifecycle, from initial cost estimates and robust tender documentation through to procurement processes, contractor selection, and strict regulatory compliance.
- Risk Mitigation & Assurance: Actively support the identification and mitigation of risks highlighted via programme assurance reviews and historical commercial issues.
The Logistics & Application Process
Duration: Initially an 8-month interim period.
Working Pattern: 4 days a week (Hybrid structure with 3 days collaborating on-site with colleagues in York).
Remuneration: Highly competitive day rate, benchmarked against current market standards and scaled to match your level of experience.
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Quantity Surveyor employer: Work with York Limited
Work with York is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. As a Senior HR Advisor, you will benefit from competitive pay, holiday entitlement, and pension contributions, all while working in the vibrant city of York, known for its rich history and community spirit. This role not only provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within local authority services but also encourages ongoing development through hands-on experience in change management and stakeholder engagement.
