Project Quantity Surveyor

• Salary: £300 - £350 per day
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - South East
• Town/City: Kent
• Posted: 03/06/2026
• Reference: 077_1780472664
  
  

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Project Quantity Surveyor (Temporary)

Social Housing Planned Works

Location: Wrotham, Kent (near Sevenoaks)

Rate: £350 per day

Contract: Temporary

About The Role

We are currently seeking experienced Project Quantity Surveyors to join a leading contractor delivering planned maintenance and refurbishment works within the Social Housing sector.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy commercial team overseeing multiple projects across Kent, South London, South Sussex and West Sussex. The successful candidates will play a key role in managing the commercial performance of planned works programmes, with a particular focus on Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishment schemes.

While the contract covers a large geographical area, extensive travel is rarely required.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial delivery of Social Housing planned maintenance projects.
• Overseeing Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishment programmes from a commercial perspective.
• Preparing and managing valuations, variations, cost reports and final accounts.
• Working with Schedule of Rates (SOR) pricing mechanisms, including NHF Schedule of Rates where applicable.
• Monitoring project costs and ensuring profitability targets are achieved.
• Supporting operational teams to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Reviewing subcontractor applications, payments and contractual obligations.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Producing accurate financial forecasts and reports for senior management.
• Liaising with clients, operational teams, subcontractors and stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company procedures.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Previous Social Housing experience is essential and candidates without this background will not be considered.
• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor within the Social Housing sector.
• Strong experience delivering planned maintenance, refurbishment or capital works programmes.
• Experience working on Kitchen & Bathroom replacement schemes.
• Sound understanding of Schedule of Rates (SOR) pricing.
• Experience managing variations, valuations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced project environment.
  
  

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working with NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Experience on wider planned works programmes including roofing, windows and doors.
• Relevant construction, commercial or surveying qualification.
• Experience working for a contractor delivering Social Housing frameworks.
  
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive day rate of £350 per day.
• Long-term temporary opportunity.
• Flexible approach to working hours where possible.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established contractor on a substantial portfolio of Social Housing projects.
• Immediate start available for suitable candidates.
  
  

If you have the required Social Housing experience together with strong Kitchen & Bathroom and SOR knowledge, we would be keen to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration.

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