Senior Quantity Surveyir

Its Building People; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tier 1 contractor in Cardiff is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. This role involves overseeing commercial administration on major projects while fostering communication across various stakeholders. The company offers a supportive environment with long-term stability and defined career pathways to help achieve your professional ambitions. Perks include a generous holiday allowance, corporate discounts, and a comprehensive pension plan.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Access to corporate discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Comprehensive pension plan

Share purchase scheme

Private medical scheme options

Annual paid membership to a professional institution

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial administration and reporting for major projects.
• Work closely with the line manager on project performance.

Skills

Strong understanding of standard forms of contract

Excellent IT skills, including Excel and Word

Proven ability to manage stakeholders

Solid knowledge of construction processes

Experience with NEC3/4 Option C contracts

Main contract experience

Education

Professional qualification such as MCIOB or MRICS

Tools

Cost management systems

Job description

We are partnering with a highly regarded Tier 1 contractor who is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. In this role, you will work closely with your line manager to oversee the commercial administration, reporting, and performance of either one major project or several smaller schemes.

About You

• Strong understanding of standard forms of contract
• Excellent IT skills, including Excel, Word, and contractual and cost management systems
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels
• Solid knowledge of construction processes
• Experience working with NEC3/4 Option C contracts
• Main contract experience
• Professional qualification such as MCIOB or MRICS (Incorporated member working towards full membership desirable)

The Opportunity

Working for one of the UK's leading main contractors, you will be involved in a diverse range of exciting projects. The role offers long-term stability alongside the opportunity to broaden your experience, challenge yourself, and achieve your long-term career ambitions.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance that increases with length of service, with the option to purchase additional leave
• Access to a wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save As You Earn (SAYE) share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options and a 24/7 employee assistance programme
• Annual paid membership to one relevant professional institution

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that is genuinely committed to supporting the personal and professional development of its people. You will benefit from clearly defined, pre-modelled career pathways designed to help you progress at a pace that suits you. Each pathway outlines key milestones, development opportunities, and training to support you in achieving your long-term goals.