Senior Quantity Surveyor

King Logistics Services Ltd T/A King Contract Serv; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee a major £60m project at a submarine manufacturing facility in Barrow-in-Furness. This role offers competitive salary, travel, and accommodation support. Candidates should have strong NEC contract knowledge and senior QS experience on large contractor projects. Long-term career prospects are available in a stable project pipeline.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Accommodation and travel support

Excellent career opportunity

Qualifications

• Candidates must have UK citizenship and be eligible for National Security clearance.
• Experience with large construction projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end NEC contract management on a major £60m project.
• Lead procurement, negotiation, and management of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Implement robust cost control and commercial reporting processes.

Skills

Proven Senior QS experience on main contractor projects £25m+

Strong NEC contract knowledge

Excellent negotiation skills

Analytical and reporting skills

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor — Location: Barrow-in-Furness. Salary: Highly negotiable for the right candidate.

A leading contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial ownership of a major £60m project at a nationally significant submarine manufacturing facility in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves managing all aspects of NEC contract administration, procurement, and commercial control on a technically complex, high-profile project. There is a strong pipeline of follow-on projects, offering long-term career progression. For candidates based further afield, weekly travel and accommodation is provided (Monday to Friday on site/office, returning home at weekends).

Please note: Candidates must be UK citizens and eligible for National Security clearance; dual nationality may not be accepted.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end NEC contract management on a major £60m project.
• Lead procurement, negotiation, and management of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and agree interim applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Implement robust cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting processes.
• Manage risk, value engineering, and change control.
• Act as main commercial contact with client, consultants, and supply chain.

Experience & Skills

• Proven Senior QS experience on main contractor projects £25m+.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge.
• Ability to operate independently and take full commercial ownership.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills.
• Experience with large construction projects is advantageous.

Package

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Accommodation and travel support for candidates outside daily commuting distance.
• Excellent career opportunity on a flagship submarine facility project.
• Long-term prospects with a strong regional project pipeline.

Get in touch

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your CV or contact our commercial specialist, Jane Fairhurst, for a confidential conversation.