Senior Quantity Surveyor

First Recruitment Group; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a 6-month contract in Leicester. The role involves managing complex infrastructure projects with responsibilities in cost management, liaising with teams, and preparing essential contract documentation. Ideal candidates have experience in the Water Sector and must hold or be progressing towards chartered membership. This position offers hybrid working, combining both on-site and remote tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience within the Water Sector.
• Experience in utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA sectors.
• Experience of managing and developing an individual or small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and work packages in quantity surveying.
• Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams.
• Manage the main contract and contractual correspondence.
• Assist in subcontractor management and performance.
• Prepare project cost & value reports and budgets.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost management

NEC3 experience

Team management

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent

Chartered membership in progress or achieved

Job description

Lead the commercial success of complex infrastructure projects.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

6-month contract
Location: Leicester
Working Pattern: Hybrid working – 3 days on site

Role Overview

Our client is looking to strengthen their Commercial team with a Senior Quantity Surveyor, with hybrid working available. You will report directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor and will be expected to take responsibility for the Commercial Management of Project(s).

Key Responsibilities

• Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages
• Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost
• Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met
• Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are identified and raised as necessary
• Preparation and issue of subcontract documentation
• Assist in the management and performance of subcontractors
• Manage the preparation and agreement of applications for payment
• Preparation of project cost & value reports, budgets and forecasts
• Assist in the management and development of junior commercial staff
• Ensure continuous professional development by participating in external networking, conferences, associations, and groups to stay current on industry changes and innovations
• Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback
• Undertake other duties, training, and/or hours of work as reasonably required and consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role
• Present a professional and positive image of the department and MWH Treatment in all internal and external contact, maintaining mutually constructive, positive, and beneficial relationships
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality

About the Candidate

• Previously worked within the Water Sector
• Degree or equivalent
• Working towards or holding chartered membership of a recognised institution
• Experience in utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA sectors
• NEC3 experience
• Experience of managing and developing an individual or small team

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Senior Quantity Surveyors looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.