Senior Quantity Surveyor

Advanced Resource Managers; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team focused on marine and civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related fields, with proven experience in civil engineering. Responsibilities include leading cost planning and procurement oversight. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000, plus car allowance and bonus. A full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering or marine infrastructure.
• MRICS or CICES (or working towards) is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning, forecasting, and value reporting.
• Prepare tenders, variations, and claims; negotiate with clients and subcontractors.
• Oversee procurement and subcontractor compliance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Cost planning

Value reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Civil Engineering

Tools

UK construction contracts (NEC, JCT)

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Devon

Competitive Salary : Up to £70, + Car Allowance + Bonus

We're seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering complex, high-value marine and civil engineering projects across the UK.

About the Role

With over 30 years of expertise in marine and civil engineering, this organisation delivers projects such as sea walls, quay piling, dredging, and flood defences. Accredited to ISO , , and , the team prides itself on Capability, Integrity, Service, Quality, and Value.

What You’ll Do

• Lead cost planning, forecasting, and value reporting.
• Prepare tenders, variations, and claims; negotiate with clients and subcontractors.
• Manage CVRs, cash flow, and margin performance.
• Oversee procurement and subcontractor compliance.
• Mentor junior QS team members and ensure commercial governance.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Civil Engineering.
• MRICS or CICES (or working towards) is desirable.
• Proven experience in civil engineering or marine infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of UK construction contracts (NEC, JCT).
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.