Senior Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in England is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery of projects valued between £1 million to £10 million. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of UK experience and possess strong contract knowledge. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career growth in a stable company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience with a UK main contractor.
• Proven track record of managing building projects up to £10 million.
• Strong knowledge of JCT forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting across multiple projects.
• Lead subcontractor procurement and contract administration.
• Monitor and report on project profitability and cash flow.
• Assess and value variations, claims, and change management.
• Liaise with site teams, project managers, and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and health & safety standards.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Cost planning

Budgeting

Contract administration

Education

BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

COINS

Viewpoint

Job description

Job Description

Our client are a well-established main contracting building company with a strong presence across the North West, delivering high-quality construction projects across the commercial, residential, healthcare, and education sectors.

Due to sustained growth and a healthy pipeline of secured work, they are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Liverpool-based team.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial delivery of projects ranging from £1 million to £10 million in value. You will play a key role in managing project finances, mitigating risks, and ensuring profitable outcomes from pre-construction through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting across multiple projects
• Lead subcontractor procurement and contract administration
• Monitor and report on project profitability and cash flow
• Assess and value variations, claims, and change management
• Liaise with site teams, project managers, and external stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations, and health & safety standards

Looking For

• Minimum 7 years' experience with a UK main contractor
• Proven track record of managing building projects up to £10 million
• Strong knowledge of JCT forms of contract
• BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction software (e.g., COINS, Viewpoint)

On Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Car allowance and discretionary annual bonus
• Supportive leadership and clear career progression
• Pension scheme and private healthcare
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• A stable, well-financed business with repeat clients and a growing pipeline