Job Description
Quantity Surveyor - Housing Capital Programme (Lancaster West Estate)London (Hybrid Working)\n£58,000 - £61,000 + benefits\nClosing date: 18th July\n\nHays is proud to be exclusively partnered with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) to recruit a Quantity Surveyor into their Lancaster West Estate (LWE) team which is one of London's most high-profile and impactful regeneration and investment programmes.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nThis is a unique opportunity to join RBKC's Housing & Social Investment directorate, working within the Lancaster West Estate (LWE) team, delivering a major £500m capital investment programme over the next 9 years. The programme spans:\n\nBuilding fabric and sustainability improvements\nDecent Homes works\nMechanical & Electrical (M&E) upgradesYou'll play a key role in ensuring strong commercial management, value for money, and successful delivery across a complex and high-value portfolio of works.\nThe Role\n\nAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of cost and commercial management across multiple projects from inception through to completion.Key responsibilities include:\n\nManaging financial performance, cost control and reporting across capital works\nReviewing contractor valuations, variations, and final accounts\nSupporting procurement and tender processes, including tender evaluation\nProducing cost estimates, forecasts, and monthly expenditure reports\nIdentifying and managing commercial risks\nWorking closely with project teams, consultants, and contractors\nEnsuring contracts are administered in line with regulations and best practice\nSupporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial teamAbout You\n\nWe're looking for a commercially minded, collaborative professional who thrives in a complex delivery environment.You will have:\n\nA degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) \nProven experience (5+ years) in cost management within housing, capital works, or similar sectors \nStrong knowledge of construction contracts and current regulations\nExperience managing contractors and supply chains\nExcellent analytical, financial, and communication skills\nA proactive, solutions-focused approachPrevious experience within a local authority or social housing environment would be advantageous.\nWhy Join RBKC?\n\nBe part of a flagship estate regeneration programme with real community impact\nWork within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team on complex projects\nFlexible hybrid working model\nStrong emphasis on values-led delivery, including: \nPutting communities first\nWorking collaboratively\nActing with integrity and respect Apply Now\n\nAs exclusive recruitment partner, Hays is managing this campaign on behalf of RBKC.If you're ready to take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career and contribute to a transformative programme in central London, apply today or get in touch with for more information.\n\nClosing date: 18th July\n\nHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)