Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Think Recruitment

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing
Location: Nottingham
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: 50,000 – 70,000 + Package

About the Company

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established construction and civil engineering contractor. Based out of the East Midlands office, this role will support the delivery of residential and social housing projects, with occasional involvement in commercial schemes.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, primarily within the social housing sector for clients such as housing associations, with occasional involvement in commercial schemes.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing the commercial aspects of projects, ensuring value for money and compliance with contract requirements. Monthly travel to the Head Office in Northern Ireland will be required, with overnight stays

Key Responsibilities

• Procure and appoint sub-contractors, negotiating terms and ensuring best value.
• Manage sub-contractor packages from appointment through to final account.
• Prepare and submit valuations, variations, and cost reports.
• Liaise closely with Contracts Managers and Site Teams to support delivery.
• Undertake site visits to review works, monitor quality, and track project costs.
• Ensure compliance with company systems, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain strong client relationships with housing associations and other partners.
• Provide commercial support on both social housing and occasional commercial projects

What We’re Looking For

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Proven ability to plan, organise, and prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel monthly to Northern Ireland

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, and employee assistance programme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement and service awards.
• Family-friendly benefits including enhanced leave.
• Career growth opportunities, training, and support for professional memberships.
• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture with regular team-building events