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148,000+ live jobsManaging Quantity Surveyor
On-site in Birmingham·Added 6 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)
Overview
- Salary
- £65,000 - £75,000 a year
About £4,020 - £4,500 a month after tax.
- Contract
- Permanent contract
Skills
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Managing Quantity Surveyor within the social housing, refurbishment, planned maintenance or retrofit sectors.
- Strong understanding of commercial management principles and contract administration.
- Experience leading and developing commercial teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
- Excellent negotiation, communication and leadership skills.
- Strong knowledge of cost reporting, forecasting and risk management.
- Commercially astute with a track record of delivering profitable outcomes.
- Full UK driving licence.
Pay & benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
West Midlands based role
Hybrid working available
Clear route to Commercial Manager or Commercial Director level
Opportunity to lead high-profile social housing and retrofit frameworks
Long-term job security through a strong pipeline of secured workIf you're interested in this role, apply now.
People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
The role
Summary
An established social housing contractor is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial function across a portfolio of planned maintenance, refurbishment and decarbonisation projects throughout the West Midlands.This is a senior leadership role offering responsibility for a team of Quantity Surveyors, commercial strategy, client relationships and profitable project delivery.- Lead the commercial delivery of major social housing projects.
- Join a growing contractor with genuine progression opportunities.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-regarded contractor operating within the social housing sector, delivering a range of planned maintenance, retrofit, energy efficiency and refurbishment programmes for housing associations and local authority clients. With a strong order book and a reputation for quality delivery, they continue to secure long-term frameworks and invest in their commercial teams to support sustainable growth.
Job Description
- Lead the commercial management of multiple social housing contracts across the West Midlands.
- Manage and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
- Ensure robust cost control, budgeting and financial reporting across projects.
- Oversee procurement activities and subcontractor management.
- Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks.
- Maximise contract profitability through effective change control and value management.
- Prepare and review valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, operational teams and supply chain partners.
- Support senior leadership with commercial strategy and business planning.
- Ensure contractual compliance and adherence to company procedures.
The Successful Applicant
- Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Managing Quantity Surveyor within the social housing, refurbishment, planned maintenance or retrofit sectors.
- Strong understanding of commercial management principles and contract administration.
- Experience leading and developing commercial teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
- Excellent negotiation, communication and leadership skills.
- Strong knowledge of cost reporting, forecasting and risk management.
- Commercially astute with a track record of delivering profitable outcomes.
- Full UK driving licence.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
West Midlands based role
Hybrid working available
Clear route to Commercial Manager or Commercial Director level
Opportunity to lead high-profile social housing and retrofit frameworks
Long-term job security through a strong pipeline of secured workIf you're interested in this role,
People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
About Michael Page UK
Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.
Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.
- Industry
- Staffing
- Website
- michaelpage.co.uk