Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join our team to work on projects involving home adaptations funded through the Disability Facilities Grant (DFG). The role focuses on assessing, costing, and managing adaptation projects that improve accessibility and living conditions for people with disabilities, ensuring compliance with grant regulations and delivering value for money.


Key Responsibilities:

Cost Management & Budgeting:
- Prepare and manage detailed cost estimates for adaptation projects, ensuring alignment with the allocated Disability Facilities Grant.
- Provide financial oversight and control throughout the lifecycle of the project, including initial budgeting, cost planning, and cost monitoring.
- Ensure projects remain within budget, while delivering quality work that meets both client expectations and regulatory standards.
Feasibility & Site Assessment:
- Conduct site visits to assess the needs for adaptations such as ramps, accessible bathrooms, widened doors, and other mobility-related modifications.
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Architects, and Contractors to ensure proposed adaptations meet the individual’s needs and are practical for the space available.
Tendering & Procurement:
- Prepare tender documents and specifications for contractors, ensuring that the required works are clearly defined.
- Evaluate tenders and negotiate with suppliers/contractors to achieve best value for money.
Assist with contractor selection and procurement to ensure adherence to the DFG guidelines and quality standards.
Contract Administration:
- Prepare and administer contracts between all parties involved, ensuring compliance with JCT/NEC or other relevant contracts.
- Monitor progress and variations, resolving any contractual or financial disputes in a timely manner.
- Ensure proper documentation is maintained for DFG claims and auditing purposes.
Project Monitoring & Reporting:
- Track project performance, including timelines, cost projections, and variations.
- Provide regular financial and project updates to the client, project manager, and relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare final accounts and settlement of the project, ensuring accurate financial closeout.
Regulatory Compliance & Standards:
- Ensure all projects adhere to building regulations, health and safety standards, and DFG requirements.
- Liaise with local authorities, Occupational Therapists, and other regulatory bodies to ensure that the adaptations meet all statutory requirements.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work closely with clients, particularly disabled individuals and their families, to ensure that their specific requirements are met within the scope of the grant.
- Act as the main point of contact for all financial aspects of the project, fostering positive relationships with clients, contractors, and local authorities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave
Company events
Referral programme
Transport links

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Requirements