Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ringway; Guildford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial services for a key contract. This role involves managing costs, procurement, and stakeholder engagement in a collaborative environment. The company values innovation and best practices, providing a platform for personal and professional growth. With a focus on quality and sustainability, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the highways maintenance sector. Join a team that prioritizes employee development and work-life balance, ensuring a fulfilling career path.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Safety Standards

Employee Support Programs

Qualifications

• A Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent experience is essential.
• Experience in highways, civil engineering, or infrastructure contracts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of the Surrey Term Maintenance Contract.
• Monitor and control workstream costs and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and financial requirements.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Contract Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Cost Management Systems

Analytical Skills

Education

Quantity Surveying Qualification

Experience in Highways or Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Ringway Guildford, England, United Kingdom

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ringway Guildford, England, United Kingdom

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Senior Recruitment Business Partner for Ringway & Eurovia | Omni RMS

Ringway is a market leader in the Highways Term Maintenance Industry, responsible for looking after over 50,000 kms of the UK’s highways network. We take pride in offering a dedicated, flexible approach which supports our clients, underpinned by the recruitment, development and retention of a locally based workforce. We want you to grow your career in a way that suits you, whether that is making the best of your skills in a role you enjoy, or developing new skills as you progress with our company.

We are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial services for the Surrey Term Maintenance Contract, ensuring value for money for our client and sustainable shareholder value. You will play a key role in contract management, cost control, procurement, and stakeholder engagement, working in a collaborative environment where innovation and best practices are encouraged.

Purpose of the Role & Your Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial management of the Surrey Term Maintenance Contract
• Oversee contract administration, including the TPC 2008 Term Service Contracts
• Monitor and control workstream costs, subcontractor applications, and budgets
• Prepare and submit valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
• Identify and manage project risks
• Manage procurement processes, including subcontractor and supplier negotiations
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and financial requirements
• Produce and present financial reports and forecasts
• Work closely with stakeholders, including clients and subcontractors, ensuring smooth project delivery
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practices in commercial management
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are upheld at all times

Formal Qualifications Desired:

• A Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience in highways, civil engineering, or infrastructure contracts
• Understanding of Term Maintenance Contracts and NEC contract conditions

Skills Required:

• Strong commercial awareness and contract management expertise
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage subcontract accounts and procurement processes
• Experience with cost management systems (such as SAP)
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Experience Required:

• Knowledge of cost management systems and financial reporting
• Understanding of Highways Maintenance and measurement principles (MCHW)
• Previous experience with subcontractor engagement and supplier negotiations

Awarded Investors in People Silver, a member of the 5% Club and recognised as an Investor in Diversity. Providing opportunity and growth for all our employees is the bedrock of our business, ensuring a safe, happy and productive workforce.

We have a dedicated recruitment team and politely request that agencies refrain from contacting anyone across our businesses with regards to speculative CV’s or offering to assist with our vacancies, thank you.

Ringway recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Management, and Other

• Industries

  Construction and Civil Engineering

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