Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing

Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing (Contract)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a public‑sector social housing contract based in Oldham and surrounding areas.

This is a long‑term contract role focusing on housing maintenance, repairs, and planned works, working closely with site teams and housing clients.

Role Details

• Location: Oldham (site‑based with some hybrid working considered)
• Start Date: May 2026
• Contract Length: Initially to December 2026, with strong likelihood of extension
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Rate: £59.38 per hour (Umbrella)

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of social housing maintenance and repair works
• Subcontractor procurement, tendering, and appointment
• Managing valuations, interim payments, variations, and final accounts
• Cost control, forecasting, CVRs, and financial reporting
• Supporting site teams to mitigate commercial risk
• Change control and cost recovery
• Working closely with client representatives and operational teams

Essential Experience

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within social housing
• Strong background in repairs & maintenance or term contracts
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and payments
• Solid commercial knowledge across JCT or public‑sector contracts
• Confident working in site‑based environments
• Competent using Excel for cost control and reporting

Desirable

• Experience on public‑sector or housing association frameworks
• Knowledge of commercial / procurement systems (e.g. eVision or similar)

What’s on Offer

• Long‑term contract with excellent continuity
• Competitive hourly umbrella rate
• High‑profile public‑sector contract
• Hybrid working considered following initial period

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Nathaniel on (phone number removed) for more information.