Senior Quantity Surveyor

Linear Recruitment; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Private medical scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Save As You Earn

Training & progression

Job summary

Linear Recruitment is assisting a leading UK infrastructure contractor for a Senior Quantity Surveyor role on a major highways scheme. You will oversee subcontract packages, control costs and support effective contract management to drive delivery and value on a multi-year program.

We seek a commercially focused QS with construction/infrastructure experience, strong contract knowledge, and skills in cost reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial role within construction or infrastructure.
• Understanding of standard forms of contract and procedures.
• Experience managing subcontract packages, applications, variations and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of project cost management and construction processes.
• Excellent IT skills, esp. Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with CEMAR and Oracle systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.
• CSCS card held at least, with MRICS/MCIOB advantageous.
• Degree or professional qualification in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and negotiate subcontract documentation (terms, pricing, programmes).
• Manage subcontract packages, interim assessments and change control.
• Prepare and issue contractual notices to client and subs.
• Manage variations and compensation event quotations per contract.
• Prepare, submit and agree monthly payment applications.
• Liaise with site and engineering teams for accurate commercial records.
• Produce monthly commercial reports and CVRs.
• Maintain cost plans and forecast final costs.
• Support safe working practices on the project.

Skills

Commercial role experience

Contract knowledge

Subcontract management

Cost control & reporting

IT skills (Excel, Word)

CEMAR / Oracle familiarity

Negotiation & stakeholder management

Organisational skills

CSCS card

MRICS / MCIOB advantageous

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Tools

CEMAR

Oracle

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take on a key commercial role within a major highways infrastructure project?

An opportunity has arisen to join a leading UK infrastructure contractor delivering a significant highways scheme involving a new carriageway, junctions, earthworks, drainage and structures.

You’ll play a key role in managing the commercial performance of the project, overseeing subcontract packages, controlling costs and supporting effective contract management.

With a substantial order book exceeding £4 billion and a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established contractor offering long-term career prospects and exposure to major construction schemes.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll manage key commercial activities across the project, working closely with operational, engineering and commercial teams to ensure effective cost control and successful delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and negotiating subcontract documentation, including terms, pricing and programmes.

• Managing subcontract packages, including interim assessments and change management.

• Preparing and issuing contractual notices to the client and subcontractors.

• Managing variations and compensation event quotations in line with contract requirements.

• Preparing, submitting and agreeing monthly applications for payment.

• Liaising with site and engineering teams to maintain accurate commercial records.

• Producing monthly commercial reports and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).

• Maintaining cost plans, tracking expenditure and forecasting final costs.

• Supporting safe working practices across the project.

About You

We’re looking for a commercially focused Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience in construction, civil engineering or infrastructure.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience in a commercial role within the construction or infrastructure sector.

• A good understanding of standard forms of contract and contractual procedures.

• Experience managing subcontract packages, applications, variations and commercial reporting.

• Strong knowledge of construction processes and project cost management.

• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Familiarity with commercial systems such as CEMAR and Oracle.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines effectively.

• A relevant degree, professional qualification or equivalent industry experience.

• An appropriate CSCS card.

Professional qualifications such as MRICS or MCIOB, or progress towards full membership, would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Generous annual leave, increasing with service, with the option to purchase additional days.

• Comprehensive pension scheme.

• Private medical scheme options.

• Employee Assistance Programme, providing free 24/7 support.

• Competitive family leave policies.

• Annual professional membership fees paid.

• Cycle to Work scheme and a range of corporate discounts.

• Save As You Earn share scheme.

• Flexible and agile working arrangements, where appropriate.

• Ongoing training, professional development and clear career progression opportunities.

• The opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects within an established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work.

Interested?

If you’re an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to a major highways infrastructure project, we’d welcome a conversation.