Job Purpose
The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the effective commercial management of building and environmental service contracts delivered by our Norwich based environmental & property maintenance company.
This includes repairs, void property works, damp remedial projects, and environmental services such as Grounds Maintenance, Street Cleansing, pest control, and cleaning services.
The role ensures that all works are accurately specified, measured, and valued using the NATFED Schedule of Rates and Environmental schedule of rates, while maintaining financial control and ensuring value for money.
The role has responsibility for contract management of subcontractors engaged to deliver works including agreement of scope, variations, monitoring quality of work, budgetary/cost control, payments and risk management.
The postholder will drive both value for money and continuous improvement of our processes and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and manage cost estimates and valuations using the NATFED Schedule of Rates.
- Prepare, review and manage JCT and other similar commercial mechanisms contract mechanisms.
- Assess and price works relating to:
- Responsive repairs
- Void property refurbishments
- Damp and remedial works
- Environmental services (pest control, cleaning, grounds/park maintenance)
- Conduct regular site visits to:
- Monitor progress of works
- Verify measured submissions
- Ensure compliance with specifications and agreed rates
- Evaluate contractor claims and applications for payment, ensuring accuracy and legitimacy of quantities and rates.
- Carry out post-inspection checks on completed works to validate quality, completion, and cost claims.
- Liaise with operational teams, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth delivery of services.
- Maintain accurate records of measurements, valuations, and financial reports.
- Support budget management, forecasting, and cost control activities.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies across service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations, and relevant regulations.
Core Competencies
Commercial Awareness
Demonstrates strong understanding of cost control, value for money, and financial governance.
Applies the NATFED Schedule of Rates effectively to ensure accurate pricing and valuation.
Analytical & Attention to Detail
Accurately measures, checks, and validates works and contractor submissions.
Identifies discrepancies and resolves issues methodically.
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of building maintenance, repairs, damp remedial works, and environmental services.
Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and schedules of work.
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Communicates clearly with contractors, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Confident in challenging and negotiating contractor claims where necessary.
Planning & Organisation
Effectively manages multiple projects, deadlines, and site visits.
Maintains accurate and well-structured documentation and records.
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Proactively identifies issues and implements practical, cost-effective solutions.
Makes sound commercial decisions based on evidence and site verification.
Integrity & Professionalism
Operates with transparency and accountability in all financial and contractual matters.
Ensures fairness and consistency in contractor assessments.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, ideally within building maintenance, social housing, or local authority services.
- Strong working knowledge and practical application of the NATFED Schedule of Rates.
- Experience in measuring and valuing works across repairs, voids, and remedial projects.
- Demonstrable experience in assessing contractor applications, claims, and valuations.
- Experience conducting site visits and verifying works on site.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and financial management skills.
- Ability to interpret specifications, schedules, and technical information.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- Membership (or working towards membership) of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB.
- Experience working with environmental service contracts (eg, pest control, cleaning, grounds maintenance).
- Knowledge of public sector procurement and contract management frameworks.
- Experience using asset management or housing management systems.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations within construction and maintenance environments.
Personal Attributes
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Strong organisational and time management skills
Professional, objective, and commercially focused
Resilient and confident in challenging situations