Senior Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for landmark projects valued between £50m and £100m. This role offers a path to Commercial Manager, a collaborative team environment, and competitive benefits, ideal for experienced professionals eager for progression.

Benefits

Clear progression opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a main contractor.
• Strong contractual knowledge (NEC/JCT).
• Ambition to progress into senior commercial leadership.

Responsibilities

• Full cost control and reporting across major projects.
• Management of commercial risk and opportunity.
• Preparation of valuations, variations, and final accounts.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Team Leadership

Job description

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Client:

TM Green Group

Location:

crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Major Projects

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading main contractor delivering landmark projects across the South. With live and upcoming schemes ranging from £50m to £100m, this role offers the chance to be part of high-profile, technically challenging builds from start to finish.

Due to continued growth, the business is expanding its commercial team and is looking for a confident, experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in their career.

What’s on offer:

• Clear progression to Commercial Manager roles
• The chance to work on flagship projects that define your career
• A strong, collaborative team culture with long-term stability
• Competitive salary and full benefits package

Role Overview:

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of commercial responsibilities on major projects, working closely with operational teams and reporting directly to the Commercial Manager. You'll ensure accurate cost control, reporting, subcontractor management, and commercial forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full cost control and reporting across major projects
• Subcontract procurement and package management
• Preparation of valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Management of commercial risk and opportunity
• Working closely with site teams and senior leadership

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a main contractor
• Background in large-scale commercial or mixed-use construction projects
• Strong contractual knowledge (NEC/JCT)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and team leadership skills
• Ambition to progress into senior commercial leadership

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to developing its people. If you’re an experienced QS ready to step into a senior role, or a Senior QS looking for more complex projects and real progression – we’d love to hear from you.