Senior Quantity Surveyor

Construction; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Benefits package

Long-term project

Job summary

Construction is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor supporting a major water infrastructure programme with a UK water utility. You will own significant work packages, lead and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, and contribute to the commercial success of a substantial project.

The role offers hybrid working, flexible hours, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• Significant Senior QS experience in Tier 1 main contracting.
• Experience mentoring commercial teams.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and current construction law.
• Proven experience in commercial reporting, forecasting and cost control.
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and commercial agreements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant commercial work packages across a major infrastructure programme.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors.
• Oversee cost and value reporting, monthly valuations and financial forecasting.
• Manage commercial performance, identifying risks, opportunities and mitigation strategies.
• Maximise cash flow through effective measurement, valuation and payment control.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, tendering and payment processes.
• Ensure contractual compliance and maintain strong commercial governance.
• Work closely with project teams, senior commercial stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

NEC contracts knowledge

Cost control

Subcontractor procurement

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Contract negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

The Opportunity

We're recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor, supporting a major water infrastructure programme in partnership with a leading UK water utility.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of significant work packages, lead and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, and play a key role in delivering a substantial programme of infrastructure investment.

This position offers hybrid working, flexibility around working hours and the opportunity to work within an established commercial team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage significant commercial work packages across a major infrastructure programme.

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors.

• Oversee cost and value reporting, monthly valuations and financial forecasting.

• Manage commercial performance, identifying risks, opportunities and mitigation strategies.

• Maximise cash flow through effective measurement, valuation and payment control.

• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, tendering and payment processes.

• Ensure contractual compliance and maintain strong commercial governance.

• Work closely with project teams, senior commercial stakeholders and clients.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.

• Significant Senior QS experience within a Tier 1 main contracting environment.

• Previous experience managing or mentoring commercial teams.

• Strong knowledge of NEC forms of contract and current Construction Law.

• Proven experience in commercial reporting, forecasting and cost control.

• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and commercial agreements.

• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Full UK driving licence.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• Flexible working hours.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunity to work on a significant, long-term water infrastructure programme.

• Senior-level responsibility with the opportunity to develop and lead a team.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. A Basic DBS check will also be required.