Senior Commercial & Quantity Surveyor - Lead Projects

Hunter Savage; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services provider is looking for a Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Belfast. This pivotal role includes overseeing all commercial management aspects, ensuring effective financial and contractual oversight of construction projects. Candidates should have significant experience in cost and risk management, along with leadership skills to mentor junior staff. Competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Benefits package (healthcare, pension, professional development)

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a quantity surveying/commercial management role within construction.
• Expertise in cost estimating, procurement, contract management, and financial control.
• Familiarity with contract types such as JCT, NEC, and FIDIC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and control project budgets.
• Administer contracts, ensuring compliance and resolving disputes.
• Manage procurement from tendering to contract awarding, ensuring best value.
• Monitor project financials including cash flow, valuations, and claims.
• Identify risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Implement value engineering techniques to reduce costs.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead and mentor junior quantity surveyors.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Skills

Cost estimating

Procurement

Contract management

Financial control

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

A leading construction services provider is looking for a Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Belfast. This pivotal role includes overseeing all commercial management aspects, ensuring effective financial and contractual oversight of construction projects. Candidates should have significant experience in cost and risk management, along with leadership skills to mentor junior staff. Competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered in a dynamic work environment.