Quantity Surveyor

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to make a real impact within a forward‑thinking London council? We’re recruiting a skilled professional to support our Repairs & Maintenance and Capital Works programmes—ensuring high‑quality, cost‑effective delivery for our residents’ homes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team committed to improving housing standards, strengthening commercial control, and driving best value across the borough. Key responsibility's * Manage the commercial delivery of responsive repairs, voids, cyclical maintenance, and capital projects. * Monitor contractor performance, valuations, variations, and final accounts. * Provide accurate cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting. * Ensure contracts comply with statutory, regulatory, and procurement requirements. * Support procurement activity, tender evaluations, and contract mobilisation. * Carry out site visits, cost assessments, and quality checks. * Provide professional QS advice to operational teams and senior management. * Contribute to continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and value‑for‑money initiatives. About you: * Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within social housing, construction, repairs, or maintenance. * Strong knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SOR), JCT, and NEC contracts. * Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills. * Confidence managing contractor relationships and challenging costs. * Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders