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Who we are
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.
What we do
We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service we provide, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. To make this happen, we have four core values: open, caring, agile, and collaborative. These are central to everything we do.
Location: High Wycombe, hybrid role Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: Competitive + company car/car allowance
If you’re ready to advance your quantity surveying career in a role that combines purpose, challenge, and impact—this is your opportunity. At VIVO, we are actively seeking a driven and forward-thinking Quantity Surveyor to join our team. You’ll support critical defence infrastructure projects, directly serving those who serve us.
The Role
This is about more than numbers—it’s about applying your commercial expertise in an environment that demands precision, value, and collaboration. You’ll play a key part in:
- Scoping and pricing voids to ensure value for money for our clients
- Exercising rock-solid commercial control across high-profile facilities and projects
- Working closely with operational and on-site teams, the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), and trusted supply chain partners to deliver excellence
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From commercial reporting, cost modelling, and risk management to change control, you’ll be involved in the entire project lifecycle. Along the way, you’ll:
- Develop lasting relationships
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives
- Contribute to a culture of quality, integrity, and innovation
- Support dispute resolution
- Mentor others across the business, shaping our commercial capability
What You'll Bring
To excel in this role, bring commercial experience in:
- Construction
- Property maintenance
- Facilities management
You should have:
- Strong knowledge of social housing pricing frameworks
- Cost control and financial analysis
- A qualification in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent experience)
- Prior exposure to a military or MOD environment (a bonus)
What matters most is your ability to:
- Think critically
- Communicate clearly
- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders at every level
We value both technical know-how and the people who bring it to life. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and excels at making a real difference. Expect to be:
- Confident and proactive
- Detail-oriented with a sharp eye
- Ethical and passionate about problem-solving
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Benefits
- 25 days annual leave
- 6% employee-matched pension contribution
- Single private medical cover
- Company car/car allowance
- Life assurance (2x annual salary)
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive and growing organisation that supports national defence infrastructure
About VIVO Defence Services
The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, the joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. During your application process, information in your CV may be shared between Serco, EQUANS, and VIVO Defence Services.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity
At VIVO, we are committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports everyone’s needs. We:
- Make reasonable adjustments from interview to employment
- Encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool
- Operate a hybrid flexible working structure for some roles
- Are a Disability Confident Leader
Disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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