Senior Quantity Surveyor

Abatec Recruitment; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

5% employer pension

Job summary

Abatec Recruitment is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management of civil engineering projects across South Wales, including Bridgend. The role is largely office-based with site visits, focusing on cost control, subcontractor management, and timely payments.

You will hold an HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying, have UK-specific experience, and contribute to profit through accurate reporting, value engineering, and compliant contract administration.

Qualifications

• Manage all commercial aspects of allocated projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare, submit, and agree applications for payment and final accounts.
• Procure, appoint, and manage subcontractors, ensuring value for money and contractual compliance.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, project managers and site teams to meet commercial objectives.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and forecasts for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contract terms and legislation.

Skills

Cost control

Subcontractor management

Payments & final accounts

Variations & claims

Client liaison

Forecasting & reporting

Education

HND/ Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Take a pivotal role within a varied, high-profile project portfolio and join a company with an annual turnover exceeding £100million. As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be commercially responsible for Civil Engineering projects throughout South Wales, with typical values between £3 million and £8 million.

An established regional civil engineering company is seeking an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in Bridgend. With a strong track record and a well-respected presence across South Wales, the company is renowned for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including infrastructure, marine, energy, water, and public realm projects. The successful candidate will be primarily office-based, with occasional site visits, and will play a key role in managing subcontractor relationships, overseeing applications and payments, and ensuring effective cost control.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will:

• Manage all commercial aspects of allocated projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare, submit, and agree applications for payment and final accounts.
• Procure, appoint, and manage subcontractors, ensuring value for money and compliance with contractual terms.
• Monitor and control project costs, identifying risks and opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Prepare and agree variations, claims, and compensation events in line with contract conditions.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and site teams to ensure commercial objectives are met.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and forecasts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contract terms, and relevant legislation.
• Hold a HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (ideally)
• Have Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the UK civil engineering or construction sector.
• Have proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the UK civil engineering or construction sector.

Locations: You’ll be based out of our clients’ offices in Bridgend and regularly attend sites across South Wales

Working hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:30

Salary band: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum

Benefits package: Company car or £525pcm car allowance, 25 days annual leave (exc. bank holidays), private healthcare, 5% employer contribution pension, plus more.