Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cornerstone Project Source Ltd; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company in Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with steelwork experience. The role involves managing financial activities across various high-end projects, maintaining client communication, and ensuring cost control. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least 3 years of experience in quantity surveying. The position offers a full-time contract with competitive benefits including annual leave and on-site parking.

Benefits

21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven background in commercial management on construction projects.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in construction/quantity surveying.
• Knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial activities across multiple projects.
• Submit monthly applications and analyse tender allowances.
• Maintain strong client communication and support project teams.

Skills

Financial management

Strong communication

Organisation skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Qualification in Quantity Surveying/Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are hiring an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who has experience of steelwork to join our team in Cambridgeshire. Working on high-end retail, commercial, residential, infrastructure and utility projects ranging from £50,000 to £5+ million packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial activities across multiple projects, monitoring performance against contract programmes
• Submit monthly applications and analyse tender allowances, including variations
• Maintain strong client communication and support project teams from feasibility through to completion
• Produce and maintain cost/value forecasts and spreadsheet analysis
• Ensure cost control throughout procurement, design, delivery, and final accounts
• Prepare tender and contract documentation
• Support other general Quantity Surveying tasks as required

Requirements

• Qualification in Quantity Surveying/Engineering or equivalent experience
• Proven background in commercial management on construction projects (steelwork experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of finance, pricing, and cost control
• Excellent organisation, prioritisation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Sheets
• Knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract (preferred)
• Driving licence required due to location
• Minimum 3 years' experience in construction/quantity surveying

Package

• Full-time
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• On-site parking

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Ongoing

Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 18:00 (flexible start/end times)

How to apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV