Senior QS

AndersElite; Warrington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AndersElite in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a civil engineering groundworks team serving the residential sector. You will take full commercial responsibility for groundworks packages from procurement through to final account.

The role requires strong contract administration, cost control, and leadership to mentor junior commercial staff, with responsibility for valuations, variations, and risk management to ensure projects are delivered on time

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering groundworks.
• Strong contract admin, cost control, and commercial management.
• Experience managing valuations, interim and final accounts.
• Proven ability to lead multi-million-pound packages and subcontractor relationships.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for groundworks packages from procurement to final account.
• Monitor costs, prepare valuations, and manage variations.
• Mitigate commercial risks and ensure contract compliance.
• Lead and mentor junior commercial staff.

Skills

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Civil engineering groundworks

NEC/JCT knowledge

Subcontract procurement

Cost control

Valuations & final accounts

Leadership & mentoring

Excel proficiency

Education

Degree/HND in Quantity Surveying

RICS/CIOB/CICES membership

CSCS card

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

CEMAR

Asta

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Duration: Long term

Industry: Civil Engineering Groundworks Residential

Contract Type: Freelance or Permanent

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic team specialising in civil engineering groundworks within the residential sector. The successful candidate will take full commercial responsibility for groundworks packages, managing all aspects from procurement through to final account. This role requires strong contract administration skills, cost control, and commercial management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

You will work closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to monitor costs, prepare valuations, manage variations, and mitigate commercial risks. The role demands a proactive approach to identifying commercial opportunities and resolving contractual issues, ensuring compliance with contract terms and industry best practices. Leadership and mentoring of junior commercial staff will also be a key part of the role.

This position is ideal for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a solid background in civil engineering groundworks, who is confident managing multi-million-pound packages and subcontractor relationships within residential developments.

Skills:

• Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering groundworks
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (NEC, JCT, or equivalent)
• Proven ability to manage subcontract procurement and contract administration
• Expertise in cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Experience preparing valuations, interim and final accounts
• Risk management and value engineering skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to lead and mentor junior commercial staff
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel essential) and commercial management software

Software/Tools:

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Commercial management software (e.g. CEMAR, Asta, or similar)

Certifications & Standards:

• Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• Working towards or full membership of a recognised professional body (RICS, CIOB, CICES)
• Valid CSCS card (desirable)
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms