Senior Quantity Surveyor – Facilities Management / Public Sector

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Facilities Management / Public Sector

📍 HMP Exeter
💰 £30.00 – £31.00 per hour (PAYE)
🕒 40 hours per week | 07:30 – 16:30
📅 6 months (Temp to Perm opportunity)
📄 Basic DBS + MOJ Vetting required (support provided)

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading contractor delivering a long-term public sector facilities management contract within a regulated secure environment.

This is a strong opportunity for a commercially focused QS to take ownership of cost control, financial reporting, and contract administration across lifecycle maintenance and project works on a live operational site.

Key Responsibilities

* Full commercial management of FM and maintenance works

* Preparation of valuations, variations, and monthly cost reports

* Forecasting, cashflow management, and financial performance reporting

* Managing applications, invoicing, and payment processes

* NEC and/or JCT contract administration and compliance

* Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies

* Producing accurate financial data for senior stakeholder reporting

* Liaising with client representatives, supply chain, and operational teams

* Supporting continuous improvement and commercial efficiency initiatives

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor

* Strong background in commercial management, cost control, or FM contracts

* Experience working with NEC and/or JCT contracts

* Strong financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical skills

* Valid CSCS card

* Willingness to undergo Basic DBS and MOJ vetting (assistance provided)

Desirable

* Previous experience in Facilities Management or lifecycle / maintenance contracts

* Exposure to public sector or regulated environments

* Understanding of cost efficiency / lean commercial practices

Why Apply?

* Long-term public sector contract with stability

* Temp-to-perm opportunity with a leading Tier 1 contractor

* Exposure to FM lifecycle commercial management

* Opportunity to work on a high-profile regulated estate

* Strong career progression potential into senior commercial roles

Apply now with yout CV if you are interested in this role