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Junior Quantity Surveyor

Job details
Posting date: 06 February 2026
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 February 2026
Location: Essex, Essex, SS14 1BA
Company: Daniel Owen Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JUNIOR QS_1770366037

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Summary

Junior Quantity Surveyor

Sector: Social Housing
Location: Essex
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team, supporting the delivery of social housing maintenance and improvement works across Essex. This role is ideal for someone with solid experience in Schedule of Rates (SOR) contracts and early exposure to contract management within a social housing or maintenance environment.

You will work closely with senior commercial staff, contractors, and operational teams to ensure works are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the commercial management of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and minor works contracts within social housing

  • Manage and validate contractor applications and valuations using SOR frameworks (e.g. NHF or similar)

  • Monitor costs, budgets, and forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities

  • Support contract administration, including variations, compensation events, and change control

  • Carry out cost checks, post-inspections, and value-for-money assessments

  • Liaise with contractors, housing officers, and internal stakeholders to resolve commercial and contractual issues

  • Assist with final accounts and reporting

  • Ensure compliance with contract terms, policies, and relevant legislation

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience working as a Junior Quantity Surveyor or Assistant QS within social housing, housing maintenance, or a similar environment

  • Strong working knowledge of SOR-based contracts and pricing mechanisms

  • Experience supporting or managing contracts, including variations and valuations

  • Good commercial awareness and attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate effectively with contractors and internal teams

  • Competent with Excel and commercial systems

Desirable

  • Experience working with NHF Schedule of Rates

  • Knowledge of responsive repairs and planned works contracts

  • Experience working for or with local authorities or housing associations

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000

  • Permanent, stable role within a growing organisation

  • Opportunities for progression and professional development

  • Supportive team environment

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