Senior Quantity Surveyor

Red Sky Personnel; Bedford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the management of civil engineering projects in the UK. The role involves controlling costs, managing risk, and maximizing commercial performance for projects with values ranging from £200k to £10m. Key responsibilities include subcontract procurement and cashflow reporting. The ideal candidate will have a construction background and expertise in managing NEC and IChemE contracts. This position offers a salary up to £65,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial management of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in cost control and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Control costs and manage risk on projects.
• Prepare monthly CVR reports and cashflow forecasting.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor contracts.

Skills

Cost control

Cashflow reporting

Subcontract procurement

Risk management

Education

Construction or civil engineering background

Job description

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Up to £65,000
Start Date: March 2026

Role Overview

An experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to support the commercial management of civil engineering and infrastructure projects ranging from £200k to £10m+. The role works closely with project and senior management teams to control costs, manage risk and maximise commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost control, forecasting and monthly CVR reporting
• Cashflow and value reporting
• Subcontract procurement, negotiation and financial management
• Applications for payment through to final account
• Commercial and contractual liaison with clients and stakeholders
• Identify and realise commercial opportunities
• Manage and mitigate commercial risk

Contracts & Processes

• Manage NEC and IChemE contracts
• Ensure correct contract terms across the supply chain
• Support internal commercial processes and reporting
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

• Construction or civil engineering background
• Strong ...