Quantity Surveyor – Fire Protection

Dartford, London
Enginuity Recruitment Ltd

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our leading Fire Protection client, specialising in Passive Fire projects within the social housing sector. You will play a pivotal role in the commercial management of contracts, ensuring works are delivered profitably, on time, and in compliance with contractual, safety, and quality standards.

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values integrity, collaboration, and excellence in protecting lives and property.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of passive fire projects, from tender to final account.
• Accurately prepare, submit, and negotiate valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Analyse project costs, monitor budgets, and provide accurate financial reporting to senior management.
• Review contracts and ensure compliance with relevant terms, conditions, and industry standards.
• Liaise with clients, housing associations, contractors, and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
• Conduct site visits to assess works, measure progress, and verify completed tasks.
• Support project managers in delivering works to agreed timescales and budgets.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and commercial outcomes.

Requirements

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the Passive Fire Protection, Fire Stopping, or related construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of social housing contracts, frameworks, and procurement routes.
• Familiarity with relevant building regulations and fire safety legislation (e.g. Building Regulations Part B, Fire Safety Act 2021).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Excel and measurement software.

Desirable:

• Professional qualifications such as RICS or working towards chartership.
• Knowledge of related trades, including fire doors, compartmentation surveys, and fire stopping.
• Experience working with housing associations, local authorities, or Tier 1 contractors.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career progression and training opportunities, including industry-recognised qualifications.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
• The chance to work on meaningful projects that directly improve resident safety.