Senior Quantity Surveyor

Sphere Solutions Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 contractor in Exeter is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage large-scale projects. This role offers a competitive salary, enhanced benefits, and clear career development pathways. Join a company known for its quality and innovation in the construction industry.

Benefits

Company Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible Benefits Package

Enhanced Pension

Additional Leave

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience on large construction schemes.
• Ability to produce accurate monthly cost/value reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of large projects.
• Prepare tenders and detailed cost plans.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and final accounts.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Commercial Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC forms of contract

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier One Contractor

Exeter

£60,000-£78,000 & Enhanced benefits package

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor based in Exeter.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a range of high-profile projects, leading commercial activities on large schemes across the South west region.

What's on Offer:

• Salary of £60,000-£78,000 depending on experience
• Company Car Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Package (including enhanced pension, additional leave, wellbeing support)
• Clear career development pathways with support for further progression

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commercial management of large or multiple projects
• Prepare tenders, detailed cost plans, and procurement strategies
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments (including CIS), and final accounts
• Produce accurate monthly cost and value reports
• Procure major works subcontract packages
• Successfully manage and complete final accounts
• Undertake value engineering exercises to maximise project value
• Provide support in resolving commercial disputes and claims, with a sound understanding of dispute procedures
• Oversee project budgets, identify risks and opportunities, and drive profitability
• Collaborate closely with project management, client teams, and supply chain to ensure successful delivery

About You:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor on large construction schemes
• Ability to produce accurate and detailed monthly cost/value reports and forecasts
• Extensive experience of successfully completing final accounts
• Solid knowledge of NEC forms of contract
• Experience of procuring and managing major subcontract packages
• Awareness and understanding of commercial dispute resolution
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent, or working towards professional accreditation
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and commercial management skills

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Intermediate or Senior level Quantity Surveyor ready to join a forward-thinking contractor known for its quality, innovation, and people-first culture.