Senior Quantity Surveyor at Fortem Solutions in West Midlands, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

financial reporting

budget management

cost monitoring

cash flow

forecasting

subcontractor management

* Support financial reporting and cost control governance.

* Ensure project teams meet or exceed budget targets.

* Act as a subject matter expert on contractual arrangements.

* Monitor job costs and revenue to support data-driven decisions.

* Maximise cash flow through invoicing and resolving client queries.

* Ensure accurate cash flow forecasts and revenue profiles.

* Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the contract.

* Manage disputes and identify potential issues early.

* Promote company values and procedures internally and externally.

* Oversee subcontractor orders, supplier onboarding, and team development.

Requirements

accountancy

excel

contract law

dispute resolution

management accounts

negotiation

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a motivated and professional Quantity Surveyor to join our Birmingham Council contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled individual to play a key role in our commercial management function, providing proactive and timely support.

* Professional Accountancy Qualifications or working towards Facilities Management/Accountancy or Construction related qualification.

* Good level of education to include 5 GCSE's at grade C or above, A levels

* Excellent IT knowledge including a high level of Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development)

* Demonstrable experience in significant & complex contract multi-disciplinary contracts.

* Experience in Dispute Resolution

* Previous experience within a similar role

* Experience of Management Accounts

* Detailed knowledge of relevant contract conditions

* Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel if required by the business.

* Knowledge of Contract Law

* Negotiating and communication skills

* An industry related qualification

Benefits

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total)

* 26 weeks full pay maternity leave

* 8 weeks full pay paternity leave

* Retail and mobile phone provider discounts

* Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms

* Sick pay

* Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee

* Private healthcare and dental care

* Motor Expenditure Allowance (£3,500).

* Life Insurance

* Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease

* Cycle to work scheme

* Annual pay reviews

* Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus

* Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2002

Year Established

The company was founded in 2002 as Willmott Dixon Support Services and has since grown into a leading social housing solutions provider.

£205M

Annual Turnover

The company currently manages a turnover exceeding £205 million, reflecting its significant scale in the social housing sector.

2028

Growth Target Year

Aiming to achieve a turnover of £300 million by 2028, showcasing its ambition for continued expansion and success.

350k

Reactive Repairs

The company delivers around 350,000 reactive repairs annually, ensuring homes are maintained to high standards.

Operates across three core streams: 24/7 repairs & maintenance, large-scale capital projects like bathroom/kitchen renewals, and PAS-2030/2035 retrofit.
Technical teams design and install insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, windows, doors and ventilation systems to decarbonise social housing.
Known for implementing digital systems (Totalmobile, Talkdesk) to streamline operations—from scheduling to resident communications.
Secures retrofit funding through ECO, LAD, GBIS and partners with local authorities and housing associations to execute compliance programmes.
Delivers standout community initiatives like apprenticeships, school engagement, and work experience placements through Pathways4Life.
Blends a long-standing heritage with innovative decarbonisation projects and robust community engagement—making homes warmer, safer, greener.

Culture + Values

People first - Our team members are the foundation of our business and everything we do is focused on helping them thrive.
Building long-term relationships - We are committed to forging strong partnerships with our clients, suppliers, and stakeholders, built on trust and mutual respect.
Driving innovation - We embrace new ideas and constantly seek out better, more efficient ways of working.
Sustainability at heart - We understand our responsibility to the environment and communities we work in and always strive to deliver sustainable outcomes.
Excellence in delivery - We are relentless in our pursuit of quality and aim to exceed client expectations every time.

Environment + Sustainability

2030

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving Net Zero by 2030 through comprehensive sustainability strategies.

Implementing sustainability strategies to reduce carbon footprint across operations and projects.
Focus on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and low-carbon technologies in all construction activities.
Continually assess and improve the environmental impact of all operations and supply chain activities.
Adopted a range of initiatives to support the decarbonisation of the built environment.

Inclusion & Diversity

25% by 2025

Aim for Female Representation

Committed to increasing the representation of women in the workforce with a target to achieve 25% female representation by 2025.

Ongoing efforts to address gender equality, ensuring fair access to career development opportunities for all employees.
Implemented employee resource groups to support inclusive workplace culture and address unique needs of diverse groups.

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Role

Description

financial reporting

budget management

cost monitoring

cash flow

forecasting

subcontractor management

* Support financial reporting and cost control governance.

* Ensure project teams meet or exceed budget targets.

* Act as a subject matter expert on contractual arrangements.

* Monitor job costs and revenue to support data-driven decisions.

* Maximise cash flow through invoicing and resolving client queries.

* Ensure accurate cash flow forecasts and revenue profiles.

* Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the contract.

* Manage disputes and identify potential issues early.

* Promote company values and procedures internally and externally.

* Oversee subcontractor orders, supplier onboarding, and team development.

Requirements

accountancy

excel

contract law

dispute resolution

management accounts

negotiation

* Professional Accountancy Qualifications or working towards Facilities Management/Accountancy or Construction related qualification.

* Good level of education to include 5 GCSE's at grade C or above, A levels

* Excellent IT knowledge including a high level of Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development)

* Demonstrable experience in significant & complex contract multi-disciplinary contracts.

* Experience in Dispute Resolution

* Previous experience within a similar role

* Experience of Management Accounts

* Detailed knowledge of relevant contract conditions

* Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel if required by the business.

* Knowledge of Contract Law

* Negotiating and communication skills

* An industry related qualification

Benefits

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total)

* 26 weeks full pay maternity leave

* 8 weeks full pay paternity leave

* Retail and mobile phone provider discounts

* Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms

* Sick pay

* Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee

* Private healthcare and dental care

* Motor Expenditure Allowance (£3,500).

* Life Insurance

* Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease

* Cycle to work scheme

* Annual pay reviews

* Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus

* Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2002

Year Established

The company was founded in 2002 as Willmott Dixon Support Services and has since grown into a leading social housing solutions provider.

£205M

Annual Turnover

The company currently manages a turnover exceeding £205 million, reflecting its significant scale in the social housing sector.

2028

Growth Target Year

Aiming to achieve a turnover of £300 million by 2028, showcasing its ambition for continued expansion and success.

350k

Reactive Repairs

The company delivers around 350,000 reactive repairs annually, ensuring homes are maintained to high standards.

Operates across three core streams: 24/7 repairs & maintenance, large-scale capital projects like bathroom/kitchen renewals, and PAS-2030/2035 retrofit.
Technical teams design and install insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, windows, doors and ventilation systems to decarbonise social housing.
Known for implementing digital systems (Totalmobile, Talkdesk) to streamline operations—from scheduling to resident communications.
Secures retrofit funding through ECO, LAD, GBIS and partners with local authorities and housing associations to execute compliance programmes.
Delivers standout community initiatives like apprenticeships, school engagement, and work experience placements through Pathways4Life.
Blends a long-standing heritage with innovative decarbonisation projects and robust community engagement—making homes warmer, safer, greener.

Culture + Values

People first - Our team members are the foundation of our business and everything we do is focused on helping them thrive.
Building long-term relationships - We are committed to forging strong partnerships with our clients, suppliers, and stakeholders, built on trust and mutual respect.
Driving innovation - We embrace new ideas and constantly seek out better, more efficient ways of working.
Sustainability at heart - We understand our responsibility to the environment and communities we work in and always strive to deliver sustainable outcomes.
Excellence in delivery - We are relentless in our pursuit of quality and aim to exceed client expectations every time.

Environment + Sustainability

2030

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving Net Zero by 2030 through comprehensive sustainability strategies.

Implementing sustainability strategies to reduce carbon footprint across operations and projects.
Focus on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and low-carbon technologies in all construction activities.
Continually assess and improve the environmental impact of all operations and supply chain activities.
Adopted a range of initiatives to support the decarbonisation of the built environment.

Inclusion & Diversity

25% by 2025

Aim for Female Representation

Committed to increasing the representation of women in the workforce with a target to achieve 25% female representation by 2025.

Ongoing efforts to address gender equality, ensuring fair access to career development opportunities for all employees.
Implemented employee resource groups to support inclusive workplace culture and address unique needs of diverse groups.

Articles

About Us

Careers

Case Studies