Senior Quantity Surveyor

Rullion; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction company based in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery for nuclear contracts. The role involves managing risks, ensuring profitability, and providing strategic insights. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience, a degree in Quantity Surveying, and strong skills in team management and client relations. This is a permanent, full-time position with a hybrid working arrangement, offering competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' Quantity Surveying experience on large construction contracts.
• Experience managing teams and working with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Proactive, commercially aware, and detail-oriented.
• Experience managing teams and working with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and perform under pressure.
• Proactive, commercially aware, and detail‑oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial delivery across nuclear contracts.
• Manage risks, ensure profitability, and provide insights for projects.
• Lead and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Graduates.
• Prepare and review tenders, procurement schedules, valuations, progress reports, and final accounts.
• Support resolution of claims, disputes, and contractual issues.
• Lead and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Graduates, overseeing multiple projects.
• Contribute to wider commercial strategy to drive growth and profitability.

Skills

Quantity Surveying experience

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Strong analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Pressure management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cumbria, Cockermouth (hybrid - 3 days in office)

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Working Week: Monday - Friday (40 hour week)

Salary: Competitive

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery across nuclear contracts. You will support Contract Managers, manage risks, ensure profitability, and provide insight to Nuclear Directors for current and future projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contracts are fully compliant and monitor performance using systems like CEMAR.
• Prepare commercial reports and accurate cost estimates, particularly for passive fire protection projects.
• Manage budgets, track costs, identify savings, and maintain detailed financial records.
• Prepare and review tenders, procurement schedules, valuations, progress reports, and final accounts.
• Support resolution of claims, disputes, and contractual issues.
• Lead and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Graduates, overseeing multiple projects.
• Contribute to wider commercial strategy to drive growth and profitability.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' Quantity Surveying experience on large construction contracts.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and construction specifications.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Experience managing teams and working with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and perform under pressure.
• Proactive, commercially aware, and detail‑oriented.

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