Senior Project Quantity Surveyor

Access Talent Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Project Quantity Surveyor for a £35M industrial project in Northampton. The ideal candidate will manage the project independently, overseeing all commercial aspects from procurement to final account. This role offers a competitive salary of £70,000 plus a comprehensive package including a car allowance and pension. Start date is mid-November 2025.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering industrial or logistics projects £30M+ in value.
• Ability to operate as the standalone QS on a project.
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial ownership of the project on-site.
• Oversee procurement, contract administration, and cost management.
• Manage valuations, variations, and monthly CVRs.

Skills

Cost management

Procurement

Contract administration

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Quantity Surveyor – Industrial Project (£35M Amazon Build) | Northampton | £70,000 + Package | Project Start: Mid-November 2025

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for a £35M industrial project in Northampton — a flagship Amazon development set to break ground in mid-November 2025. This is a project-based role suited for a highly competent, self-sufficient QS who can run a large-scale industrial scheme independently from pre-construction through to final account.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial ownership of the project on-site
• Oversee procurement, contract administration, and cost management
• Report directly to the Commercial Director or Senior Leadership team
• Work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and the client
• Manage valuations, variations, and monthly CVRs
• Ensure financial targets and deadlines are achieved

Requirements

• Proven track record delivering industrial or logistics projects £30M+ in value
• Ability to operate as the standalone QS on a project
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts
• Excellent cost reporting and commercial acumen
• Ideally degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Strong communication and negotiation skills

Package

• Salary: £70,000 per annum
• Competitive package including car allowance, pension, and holiday
• Project-based role in Northampton
• Long-term opportunity within a reputable contractor

Project details

Project Start Date: Mid-November 2025

Location: Northampton (site-based)