Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to help our Housing Commercial Services and Asset Management Teams co-ordinate and manage cost control and procedures for the repairs and investment work on the Council's tenanted housing stock. You will support the production and maintenance of accurate financial information in accordance with the Council's rules and will be responsible for ensuring effective cost control measures are in place and budgets adhered for both external and internal contract work. You must be customer-focused and be able to build and maintain effective relationships with our contractors, customers and stakeholders and have effective influencing and negotiation skills to deal with challenging situations as and when required. 

You must hold a qualification in Quantity Surveying (HNC level or above) or equivalent and have proven experience in evaluating contractors' interim valuations and final accounts, monitoring costs, analysing trends, maintaining financial records, and applying contract procedures for managing projects with significant cost values. Strong customer service, effective communication (both verbal and written) and effective IT skills are essential, along with the ability to represent the Council professionally when visiting tenants' homes and engaging with customers and stakeholders.

 •          36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £40,476 - £44,711 (pay award pending)

•          Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working, some office based working each week is required for this job

•          34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

•          Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer's contribution

•          Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

•          Continued training and development opportunities 

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Rob Desbrow (Housing Assets Team Manager) at [email protected]  or on 01530 454638, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role. 

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers  

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.  

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected]  if you have any questions. 

Closing Date: Sunday 20 July 2025