Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

PSR Solutions; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major £110M industrial project in Gloucester. The role involves managing procurement, cost control, and contract administration. Candidates should have experience with main contractors and large-scale builds. Attractive salary ranges are offered along with strong career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary range

Strong progression prospects

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor.
• Involvement in industrial sheds or large steel-frame builds is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of JCT or NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and contract administration for major packages.
• Lead cost control and commercial reporting.
• Prepare valuations and final accounts.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Project management abilities

Job description

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Industrial & Logistics Scheme (£110M Project)

Location: Gloucester Area

Salary:

• Quantity Surveyor: £60,000 - £85,000 + package
• Senior Quantity Surveyor: £75,000 - £95,000 + package (DOE)

Contract Type: Permanent

A leading main contractor delivering large-scale industrial and logistics developments across the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a major £110M industrial/logistics project in the Gloucester region. This is a high-profile scheme featuring extensive steel‑frame construction, civils works, external yards, and specialist fit‑out elements.

The Role

Working alongside an experienced commercial team, you will take ownership of commercial management across key elements of the project, ensuring cost efficiency and contractual compliance throughout delivery. Responsibilities include:

• Managing procurement, tendering, and contract administration for major subcontract packages
• Leading cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting
• Preparing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Identifying and mitigating commercial and contractual risks
• Supporting and advising the project team to maintain budget and programme targets
• For Senior QS level: mentoring junior staff and taking commercial lead on significant portions of the project

Requirements

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor
• Previous involvement in industrial sheds, logistics units, manufacturing facilities, or large steel‑frame builds is highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of JCT or NEC contracts
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex packages autonomously (Senior QS especially)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range depending on level:
  • QS: £60,000-£85,000
  • Senior QS: £75,000-£95,000
• Opportunity to join a major £110M flagship industrial development
• Strong progression prospects within a respected national contractor
• Stable pipeline of industrial and logistics work across the region
• Supportive and professional team environment

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