Senior QS

Calco Services Limited; England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to handle the commercial management of multiple projects valued between £2m and £20m. The position involves preparing budgets, managing subcontractors, and ensuring successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in civil engineering, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work autonomously while mentoring junior staff. This role is based in Maulden, Bedfordshire, with a competitive salary of £75,000 – £85,000 per annum plus package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong background managing projects valued between £2m and £20m.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial responsibility for assigned projects.
• Preparation, management, and reporting of project budgets and forecasts.
• Managing final accounts and commercial close-out.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Tools

NEC contract

JCT contract

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

£75,000 – £85,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Package

Location: Maulden, Bedfordshire (MK45 2BG)
Project Values: £2m – £20m
Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Company Overview

An established and growing civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the UK. The business has a strong reputation for professionalism, technical excellence, and long‑term client relationships. With a robust pipeline of secured work, the company continues to invest in its people, systems, and regional growth, offering a stable and progressive environment for experienced commercial professionals.

Role Overview

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in the commercial management of multiple civil engineering projects ranging in value from £2m to £20m. Based from the Maulden office, the role involves working closely with project teams to ensure commercial performance, risk management, and successful project delivery from pre‑contract through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial responsibility for assigned projects
• Preparation, management, and reporting of project budgets and forecasts
• Procurement and management of subcontractors and suppliers
• Valuations, variations, and change control management
• Cost reporting and cash flow forecasting
• Supporting pre‑contract activities, including tender reviews and pricing
• Managing final accounts and commercial close‑out
• Identifying and mitigating commercial and contractual risks
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure
• Strong background managing projects valued between £2m and £20m
• Sound knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, JCT)
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to work autonomously while supporting and mentoring junior staff
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant degree or professional qualification preferred

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