Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bigblue Search Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private Healthcare

Electric Car Scheme

Excellent pension

Job summary

Bigblue Search Ltd is recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a Bristol-based flagship CAT A Office Fit Out project. The role leads commercial delivery from procurement to final account, reporting to the Commercial Lead and working with clients, consultants and subcontractors to maximise value and profitability.

Seeking individuals with proven Main Contractor experience, strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills, and a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor for a Main Contractor.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge with ability to manage large-scale schemes independently.
• Experience delivering fit-out, refurbishment or complex construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery of the flagship 65m CAT A Office Fit Out project in Bristol.
• Procurement and management of major subcontract packages.
• Preparation and submission of valuations and applications for payment.
• Cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Management of variations, change control and contractual compliance.
• Negotiation and agreement of subcontractor and client final accounts.
• Commercial risk identification and mitigation.
• Value engineering and cost optimisation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Production of accurate commercial reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with operational teams to maximise project performance and profitability.
• Support the growth and development of the regional business unit.

Skills

Senior Quantity Surveyor experience

Commercial knowledge

Contractual knowledge

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bristol

80,000 - 110,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Electric Car Scheme

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join one of the UK's leading Fit Out & Refurbishment Contractors, a business generating over 250m annual turnover and renowned for delivering some of the country's most prestigious commercial projects.

Having doubled in size over the past five years, this highly successful contractor continues to experience exceptional growth and shows no signs of slowing down. With a strong pipeline of secured projects and a growing regional presence, they are now seeking a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role on their flagship 65m CAT A Office Fit Out project in Bristol.

This landmark scheme represents one of the region's most significant commercial developments and offers the successful candidate the opportunity to play a key role within a thriving business that actively promotes career progression and internal development.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with the wider project leadership team, you will take ownership of the commercial delivery of this high-profile project from procurement through to final account.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be working as the no2 QS to a Commercial Lead of a flagship 65m CAT A Office Fit Out project, ensuring commercial objectives are achieved whilst maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• 65m CAT A Office Fit Out project in Bristol
• Procurement and management of major subcontract packages
• Preparation and submission of valuations and applications for payment
• Cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Management of variations, change control and contractual compliance
• Negotiation and agreement of subcontractor and client final accounts
• Commercial risk identification and mitigation
• Value engineering and cost optimisation throughout the project lifecycle
• Production of accurate commercial reports for senior management
• Working collaboratively with operational teams to maximise project performance and profitability
• Supporting the continued growth and success of the regional business unit

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a Main Contractor
• Previous experience delivering fit out, refurbishment, commercial office or complex construction projects
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge with the ability to manage large-scale schemes independently
• Experience working on projects valued in excess of 20m
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Stable employment history demonstrating progression and project success

Essential

Candidates must currently work, or have previously worked, for a Main Contractor/ Fit Out Contractor and possess experience delivering commercial fit out, refurbishment or major building projects.

This position requires an individual who is commercially driven, capable of taking ownership of project performance, and comfortable operating within a fast-paced, growing business environment.

What's On Offer

• Basic salary of 80,000 - 110,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Electric Car Scheme
• Excellent pension and wider benefits package
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding business
• Opportunity to work on one of Bristol's most prestigious commercial projects
• Exposure to high-profile projects across the South West and wider UK
• Join a market-leading contractor that has doubled in size over the last five years and continues to invest heavily in its people and future growth

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a market-leading contractor, work on a flagship project, and play a significant role in the next phase of an impressive growth story.