Senior Quantity Surveyor

Coleman James; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage MEPH aspects of projects based in Leeds. The role requires strong negotiation skills, commercial management experience, and the ability to work collaboratively with teams. Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and multiple benefits including a company car and private healthcare. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car/car allowance/travel allowance

8% matched pension contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

2 wellbeing days

1 volunteering day

Personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified at HND/degree level, or working towards MRICS or equivalent.
• Depth of experience required for the role.
• Positive, proactive individual who works collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of MEPH project aspects.
• Timely procurement and management of subcontractor compliance.
• Produce monthly valuations and agreement with client reps.

Skills

Commercial Management

Negotiation

Communication

Team Collaboration

Relationship Building

Education

HND / Degree in relevant field

Working towards MRICS

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Computer Aided Measurement Tools

Job description

Our client is searching for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team based in Leeds. This will include projects in the north of England. Travel will be required for this position. Reporting directly to the Managing Surveyor, you will have direct responsibility for the successful commercial management of the MEPH aspects of the project, working pro-actively and collaboratively as an integral member of both the site and wider Client team.

Making Possible

Timely procurement and commercial management of subcontract / supply chain, including:

• Ensuring subcontractor / supply chain compliance / competency with both Business and specific project requirements prior to issue of any tender enquiry
• Agreement of specific Work Package scope of works and the preparation of all relevant documentation for formal subcontract / supply chain enquiries / procurement.
• Procurement negotiations, including agreement of S/C / supply chain terms and conditions
• Analysis / reconciliation of returned tenders and the preparation of the final subcontract recommendation
• Producing and issuing out robust and relevant subcontract / supply chain order documentation in a timely manner
• Commercial responsibility throughout the project on all matters relating to MEPH subcontract work packages, all relevant supply chain matters and material orders.

Project delivery

• Working closely and collaboratively with the Project manager, and the rest of the team, to ensure the successful delivery and financial outcome of the project.
• Involvement in the development of design and procurement strategies to maximise opportunities and minimise / mitigate risks.
• Involvement in identifying key project risks and opportunities, together with risk mitigation strategies.
• Production of Monthly and Quarterly Cost Reports including project margin projections and cashflow forecasts.
• Ensuring compliance with Business requirements and Best Practice procedures.
• Production of monthly valuations and agreement with client representatives.
• Measurement, valuation and negotiation of Client Variations.
• Preparation and negotiation of Project Final Accounts.
• Fostering, and maintaining, professional relationships at all times with Client's, Consultants and the Supply Chain Partners.

Your team

The position will involve a mixture of working from home and working out of the Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle regional offices.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• Flexibility
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holidayli>
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

Requirements

• Preferably be qualified at HND / degree level, or working towards MRICS or equivalent professional level.
• Have the depth of experience and competencies required of the role.
• Be a positive and proactive individual that works collaboratively with colleagues, their supply chain partners and the wider client team.
• Share the same general values and ethos as the Business, and promote these, at all times, both internally and externally.
• Be a confident and astute negotiator.
• Possess a clear and proven understanding of the importance of positive working relationships with all parties.
• Confidence and ability to work within a team environment, and to have a positive influence on outcomes.
• Good communication skills and conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
• Be confident and experienced in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and computer aided measurement tools