Senior QS - Highways Commercial Lead

Volkerrail Group; Luton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive annual leave

Birthday leave

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Job summary

VolkerHighways in Luton is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial functions on complex highway projects. You will manage costs, maximise value, and maintain strong relationships with clients and the supply chain.

The role requires NEC contract knowledge, procurement experience, and the ability to lead a team while delivering accurate financial reporting and robust commercial controls.

Qualifications

• Accredited qualification with RICS, CIOB or ICES, or relevant degree/HND.
• Proven experience as a QS/Senior QS within highways or civil engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and term maintenance arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activity on allocated projects, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost/value reporting, and cashflow management.
• Maintain robust records of site activities, variations, valuations, risk, and opportunities.
• Prepare monthly CVRs, forecasts, accruals, liabilities, and revenue reports.
• Ensure subcontract payments and main contract payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Protect VolkerHighways’ commercial interests through proactive contract administration.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Subcontract management

Procurement

Causeway

Microsoft Office

Proactive approach

Education

RICS/CIOB/ICES accredited qualification or degree

Tools

Causeway

Microsoft Office

Job description

VolkerHighways in Luton is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial functions on complex highway projects. You will manage costs, maximise value, and maintain strong relationships with clients and the supply chain.

The role requires NEC contract knowledge, procurement experience, and the ability to lead a team while delivering accurate financial reporting and robust commercial controls.