Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial and financial aspects of multiple infrastructure projects in Dawlish. The successful candidate will lead cost management and contract administration while mentoring junior surveyors. Applicants should have extensive quantity surveying experience, particularly in civil engineering or marine contexts, along with a relevant degree. The role offers a competitive salary up to £70k, bonus eligibility, and benefits including healthcare and pension.

Benefits

Company bonus eligibility

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 10% matched contribution

Private medical insurance

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in quantity surveying within civil engineering or offshore construction.
• Strong expertise in contract management and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management activities including budgeting and financial reporting.
• Oversee preparation and administration of contracts.
• Support mentoring of junior commercial team members.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial negotiation

Financial forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Up to £70k DOE | Onsite | Dawlish Our client is a well-established organisation delivering technically complex infrastructure projects across marine and coastal environments. Known for maintaining strong commercial discipline and high-quality project outcomes, the business is committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. They are now seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial capability and support the successful delivery of diverse, high-value projects.

Role Overview

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial, contractual, and financial management of multiple concurrent infrastructure projects. Working closely with internal teams, clients, and suppliers, you will ensure robust cost control, effective contract administration, and strategic commercial decision‑making. This senior role offers the opportunity to influence commercial strategy while mentoring and supporting junior surveyors.

Responsibilities of the Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Lead cost management activities, including estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts, ensuring risks are identified and managed.
• Drive procurement strategies, evaluate supplier bids, and negotiate commercially advantageous terms.
• Support and mentor junior commercial team members, contributing to best practice and continuous improvement.

Requirements of the Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Extensive experience in quantity surveying within civil engineering, marine, or offshore construction.
• Strong expertise in contract management, commercial negotiation, and financial forecasting.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline; professional accreditation desirable.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Up to £70k DOE
• Company bonus eligibility.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with up to 10 percent matched contribution.
• Private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Opportunities for site exposure, career progression, and ongoing professional development.

If you are a commercially focused Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to play a key role in shaping successful infrastructure projects, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply today for a confidential discussion.

Note on Sponsorship

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruiter: Dan Martin

Ref: 11094