Senior Quantity Surveyor

EA Associates; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction contractor in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for residential projects from pre-contract through to final account. The role involves procurement and commercial management of subcontractors, preparation and negotiation of valuations, and supporting junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary, strong pipeline of work, and clear career progression in a professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Long-term opportunity

Professional working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level.
• Main contractor background, ideally with residential project experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial responsibility for residential projects from pre-contract to final account.
• Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors.
• Preparation and negotiation of valuations, variations, and final accounts.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple workstreams

Education

Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Job description

A well-established and growing construction contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a confidential basis.

The role will focus primarily on the delivery of residential construction projects, offering an excellent opportunity for a commercially strong Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of schemes from pre-contract through to final account.

The Role:

• Full commercial responsibility for residential projects from pre-contract to final account
• Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors
• Preparation and negotiation of valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Working closely with project and site teams to ensure commercial performance
• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required

Requirements:

• Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level
• Main contractor background, ideally with residential project experience
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams independently
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience
• Strong pipeline of residential work with a reputable contractor
• Long-term opportunity with clear career progression
• Professional, supportive working environment