Quantity Surveyor – Mechanical and Electrical
London Borough of Islington
About The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to work within the Housing Capital Program Mechanical and Electrical Team. You will be working as part of a team where you will take responsibility for Quantity Surveying requirements for building services projects.
The post holder will be required to take ownership of cost control and quantity surveying matters for the section. The role will require good organisational skills and an ability to develop strong working relationships with colleagues and project stakeholders to assist you with your work.
You will acquire a good understanding of contract law and cost management of construction / building services projects.
You will also take full responsibility for ensuring the organisation is kept up to date on expenditure on works undertaken and attending project meetings both virtual and in person.
You will be required to use existing information technology platforms to update and retrieve information to carry out duties in the most efficient and effective manner.
A Basic DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity will be required for this role.
Benefits for this post include flexible working arrangements to ensure work life balance can be maintained, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, local government salary-related pension, discounted memberships to local leisure centers, cycle to work discount scheme.
Islington Council is an equal opportunity employer.
For an informal discussion contact Garrett McEntee on 07718 563 307 or by e-mail at [email protected]
Working for the team, service and our organisation
Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.
We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.
To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
- A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
- Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
- Excellent local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!
We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.
We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.
We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.
Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.
Pre‑Employment Checks
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:
- Proof of address
- Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
- Right to work in the UK
- Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
- Satisfactory references
- Occupational Health clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)
