Junior Quantity SurveyorSector: Social Housing Location: Essex Contract: Permanent Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 per annum About the RoleWe 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 ResponsibilitiesAssist in the commercial management of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and minor works contracts within social housingManage and validate contractor applications and valuations using SOR frameworks (e.g. NHF or similar)Monitor costs, budgets, and forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunitiesSupport contract administration, including variations, compensation events, and change controlCarry out cost checks, post-inspections, and value-for-money assessmentsLiaise with contractors, housing officers, and internal stakeholders to resolve commercial and contractual issuesAssist with final accounts and reportingEnsure compliance with contract terms, policies, and relevant legislationEssential Skills and ExperiencePrevious experience working as a Junior Quantity Surveyor or A