Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ipsum; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the Folkestone area is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial aspects of projects. The role involves supporting project delivery, developing pricing strategies, and enhancing cashflow. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills and a solid understanding of financial roles in a multi-divisional environment. This opportunity offers career development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

25 annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development with professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club for various services

Life assurance cover

Paid volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar commercial or financial role.
• Experience within a multi-divisional organisation is ideal.
• Up-to-date knowledge of contractual law and commercial practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial aspects of tenders, including cost modelling.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies for growth and agility.
• Support project delivery by tracking performance and maximizing margins.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding of cashflow and revenue

Commercial awareness

Strong analytical skills

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – South East - Folkestone Area

What’s In It For You…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

• 25 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
  
  

About The Role…

Due to growth, we have the opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team. Our Senior Quantity Surveyors take ownership of ensuring that the group commercial strategy is implemented within their relevant business unit, they build strong relationships within their business and with customers to help us deliver safe, good quality, profitable services. They act as the conduit between operations and finance, mitigating risks and driving performance wherever possible.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you will…

• Lead all commercial aspects of tenders — from cost modelling and risk review to board approvals.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies that support profitable growth and operational agility.
• Support project and contract delivery by tracking performance, maximising margins, and issuing key contractual notices.
• Own the commercial forecasting process — working with stakeholders to report on revenue, costs, and cashflow.
• Manage working capital by driving timely invoicing, monitoring WIP, and supporting cashflow targets.
• Be a trusted business partner — managing subcontractors, leading customer negotiations, and guiding teams on commercial best practice.
  
  

About You…

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar commercial or financial role, ideally within a multi-divisional organisation. Strong negotiation skills, a clear understanding of the differences between cashflow and revenue, and practical ideas for improving both are essential. Up-to-date knowledge of contractual law and commercial practice is desirable, though a willingness to learn is equally valued. If you’re commercially astute, process-driven, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives working independently, takes ownership of commercial activities, and has the ability to implement and improve processes that drive performance.

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