Senior Quantity Surveyor

Abatec Recruitment; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for civil engineering projects in Hounslow. This role involves overseeing commercial aspects, managing budgets, and mentoring staff. Offering £400-£480 per day and hybrid working options. Ideal for candidates with experience in civil engineering and NEC contracts.

Benefits

Long-term rolling contract

Hybrid working – flexibility between site, office, and remote

Supportive, professional working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering.
• Solid understanding of NEC contracts.
• Comfortable working flexibly in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering projects.
• Manage valuations, variations, cost forecasting, and subcontractor accounts.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and budget control.

Skills

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor

Strong knowledge of civil engineering

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple workstreams

Job description

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll take a leading commercial role across a range of live civil engineering projects, including infrastructure works, drainage schemes, reinforced concrete (RC) structures, and general civils works. You'll work closely with project delivery teams to ensure robust cost control, accurate reporting, and strong commercial governance throughout all stages of the project lifecycle. Hybrid working is available, with a balance between site visits, office collaboration, and remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering projects
• Manage valuations, variations, cost forecasting, and subcontractor accounts
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and budget control
• Lead and mentor junior commercial staff where applicable
• Liaise with project teams, clients, and supply chain to ensure commercial objectives are met
• Provide strategic advice on cost management and value engineering

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure, drainage, RC structures, and general civils
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple workstreams
• Solid understanding of NEC contracts
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Comfortable working flexibly in a hybrid environment
• Available for an ongoing freelance engagement

What's on Offer

• £400 - £480 per day (depending on experience)
• Long-term rolling contract with a reputable main contractor
• Hybrid working – flexibility between site, office, and remote working
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically interesting civil engineering projects
• Supportive, professional working environment

To Apply

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Ben Knight on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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