Senior Quantity Surveyor

V7 Recruitment 2; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

V7 Recruitment Ltd in Somerset, UK, is recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major, high-value industrial project. You will lead commercial management, control costs, and manage contractual obligations on site.

The role requires a BSc in Quantity Surveying, proven experience in construction, and strong communication and negotiation skills. The package includes a competitive salary, bonus potential, generous leave, and opportunities for career development on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Minimum of prior experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, processes and technology.
• Experience managing Loss and Expense claims and final accounts.
• Experience with subcontract procurement, subcontract orders and materials purchasing.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for financial, contractual and commercial management of the project.
• Maintain understanding of contractual obligations and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage project contract budgets.
• Maintain and administer accurate contract records and documentation.
• Attend project and commercial meetings, including contract handover meetings.
• Produce regular cost reports and provide accurate commercial forecasts.
• Undertake measurement, valuations and associated commercial assessments.
• Prepare Loss and Expense claims in collaboration with senior commercial management.
• Manage the preparation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with client, PQS, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Provide guidance, support and mentoring to other members of the commercial team.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Somerset, UK

Sector: Construction / Industrial Projects

Department: Commercial - Data Centre

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

V7 Recruitment is currently working with a leading international construction specialist to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major, high-value industrial construction project based in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team, taking responsibility for the commercial management and surveying functions of a significant project. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining commercial control, managing contractual obligations and supporting the successful financial delivery of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the financial, contractual and commercial management of the project.
• Maintain a strong understanding of contractual obligations and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage project contract budgets.
• Maintain and administer accurate contract records and documentation.
• Attend project and commercial meetings, including contract handover meetings.
• Produce regular cost reports and provide accurate commercial forecasts.
• Undertake measurement, valuations and associated commercial assessments.
• Prepare Loss and Expense claims in collaboration with senior commercial management.
• Manage the preparation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the client, PQS, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Provide guidance, support and mentoring to other members of the commercial team.

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications:

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent relevant qualification.

Experience and Technical Knowledge:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, processes and technology.
• Good knowledge of measurement, valuations and commercial claims.
• Experience managing Loss and Expense claims and contractual matters.
• Strong understanding of final account preparation and negotiation.
• Experience with subcontract procurement, subcontract orders and materials purchasing.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage project costs effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on a major, high-value industrial construction project.
• Long-term career development within an established international construction business.

V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role.