Senior Quantity Surveyor

MostonRECRUIT; East Suffolk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MostonRECRUIT is recruiting on behalf of a leading facilities management organisation to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor. You will provide expert commercial support across facilities management, property maintenance and construction activities, focusing on cost control and commercial governance.

You will work with clients, operations and supply chain to deliver value for money, manage budgets, and handle change, risk and contract administration across a varied project portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience across quantity surveying, commercial management, construction, property maintenance or facilities management.
• Develop cost models, estimates and pricing proposals; manage tenders and variations.
• Cost control, forecasting and financial reporting; contract administration and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide robust cost advice and manage commercial risk.
• Develop cost models, estimates and pricing proposals.
• Prepare tenders and work proposals; manage variations and change.
• Monitor budgets and deliver value for money; drive commercial governance.
• Support contract processes and compliance with safety and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with clients, operational teams and supply chain.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Commercial management

Construction

Facilities management

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Our client, a leading facilities management organisation, is looking to appoint an experienced and commercially minded Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide expert commercial support across a range of facilities management, property maintenance and construction activities.

This is a key commercial position, responsible for effective cost control, commercial governance and the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of projects and works.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with operational teams, clients, supply chain partners and commercial colleagues to provide robust cost advice, manage commercial risk and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

You will provide commercial support across core services and additional works, helping teams develop cost models, prepare work proposals, manage budgets and deliver value for money. You will support the full project lifecycle, from initial planning and pricing through to delivery, final accounts and post-contract cost control.

A key focus of the role will be maintaining strong commercial control across projects, ensuring budgets are effectively managed, financial targets are achieved and risks are identified and mitigated. You will monitor costs, support monthly reporting, review supply chain performance and provide commercial insight to improve overall performance.

You will build strong working relationships with clients, operational teams and suppliers, providing guidance on contractual requirements, supporting negotiations and helping to resolve commercial issues, including dispute avoidance and resolution.

The role will also involve reviewing and managing change, supporting contract processes and ensuring compliance with company procedures, health and safety requirements, sustainability objectives and statutory obligations.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve commercial processes, strengthen controls and enhance service delivery.

About You

You will have strong experience within quantity surveying, commercial management, construction, property maintenance or facilities management, with a proven understanding of commercial processes, cost management, contract administration and risk management.

You will ideally have experience in:

• Developing cost models, estimates and pricing proposals
• Preparing tenders and work proposals
• Managing variations and commercial change
• Cost control, forecasting and financial reporting
• Contract administration and commercial governance
• Managing commercial risk and identifying opportunities for cost improvement
• Working with supply chains and subcontractors
• Managing multiple projects or programmes of work simultaneously
• Supporting commercial negotiations and resolving disputes
• Providing clear and commercially sound advice to operational and senior stakeholders

You will be confident working with stakeholders at all levels and have the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams.

You will be commercially aware, analytical and highly organised, with the ability to identify risks, solve problems and deliver practical solutions within a fast-paced operational environment.

A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent level of professional experience is required, alongside a strong understanding of health and safety, sustainability and relevant industry standards.

Experience working within a highly regulated, complex or technically demanding environment would be advantageous, as would experience of collaborative working practices.

You will be proactive, adaptable and committed to delivering high standards, supporting operational teams to achieve results while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance and customer satisfaction.

A full UK driving licence and the ability to meet the required security and site-access requirements are essential for the role.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established FM organisation in a senior commercial position, providing exposure to a varied portfolio of facilities management, maintenance and construction works.

You will have the opportunity to play a key role in commercial decision-making, work closely with operational and client teams, and contribute directly to the successful delivery and financial performance of the contract.