Senior Quantity Surveyor

Lanesra Technical Recruitment Ltd; Hampton, Rickmansworth; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial responsibilities on projects. This role offers a competitive salary of £59k – 70k, hybrid working options, and an excellent benefits package that includes a car allowance and healthcare. Ideal candidates will have commercial experience, a background in infrastructure projects, and relevant qualifications such as a BSc in Quantity Surveying.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Commercial experience, preferably with a contracting organisation.
• Experience with standard forms of contract such as NEC and IChemE.
• Experience in claim management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of projects and work packages.
• Liaise with teams to control costs.
• Prepare documentation for subcontractors.

Skills

Commercial experience

Experience on infrastructure projects

Working towards or holding chartered membership

Claim management

Education

BSc or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Overview

Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Rickmansworth or Hampton (hybrid working available)

Rate: £59k – 70k (negotiable), car allowance and excellent benefits package

Client: An integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector with over 1,000 staff across eight regional centres, supporting six long‑term water sector frameworks on its own and in joint ventures.

Role

You will report directly to the Managing QS and be responsible for the commercial management of projects.

Responsibilities

• Quantity surveying duties in managing projects and work packages.
• Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost.
• Collaborate with the client to ensure business requirements are met.
• Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are identified and raised as necessary.
• Prepare and issue subcontract documentation.
• Assist in the management and performance of subcontractors.
• Handle preparation and agreement of applications for payment.
• Prepare project cost & value reports, budgets and forecasts.
• Support management and development of junior commercial staff.
• Maintain continuous professional development via networking, conferences and industry groups.
• Maintain a positive, solution‑oriented approach, providing open and honest feedback.

Experience & Qualifications

• Commercial experience, preferably with a contracting organisation.
• Experience on infrastructure projects.
• BSc or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or equivalent construction‑related subject.
• Working towards or holding chartered membership of a recognised institution.
• Experience with standard forms of contract such as NEC and IChemE.
• Claim management.

Package

• Competitive salary, bonus and car allowance.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy).
• Contributory pension scheme, life assurance, health insurance.
• Private medical insurance and additional benefits such as cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings hub, kids pass, etc.

Job Information

Job Reference: 887425_1749142708

Job Type: Permanent

Job Locations: East England, International

Job Skills: Commercial

Salary: £59k – 70k (negotiable)