Project Quantity Surveyor

Velocity Recruitment

Project Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge
Salary: Up to £62,000 + Competitive Package
Employer: Leading UK Property Services Provider
Project: Sanctuary Council – Air Source Heat Pumps & Solar PV Programme

About the Role

A leading UK property services company is seeking a highly skilled Project Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of an exciting energy-efficiency project for Sanctuary Council in Cambridge.

You will play a key commercial role across a portfolio focused on the installation of air source heat pumps, solar panels (PV), and associated retrofit works. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, forward-thinking business at the forefront of sustainable housing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage all commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account.

* Prepare valuations, forecasts, cost plans, bills of quantities, and tender documentation.

* Ensure accurate cost control, financial reporting, and profitability management.

* Work closely with operational teams to support the successful delivery of renewable and retrofit works.

* Assess subcontractor applications, variations, and manage contractual obligations.

* Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring compliance with commercial and contractual frameworks.

* Provide commercial insight to drive value, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

About You

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, property services, or retrofit/renewable projects.

* Strong commercial acumen with excellent attention to detail.

* Experience working on social housing or energy-efficiency schemes is highly advantageous.

* Strong understanding of contracts, cost management, and financial reporting.

* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.

* Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary up to £62,000 + car allowance + 8% pension

* Attractive package including benefits and career development opportunities

* Opportunity to work with a progressive employer delivering high-impact sustainability projects

* A key role in shaping future energy solutions for communities across Cambridge