Senior Quantity Surveyor

Lumsden & Carroll Civil Engineering

Leeds

Hybrid

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Job summary

Lumsden & Carroll Civil Engineering in Leeds seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management across multiple construction schemes, overseeing cost control, contract administration and financial reporting to ensure delivery.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in a QS role, strong knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts, and a proven track record in complex portfolios. Hybrid working and excellent pension provisions are offered.

Qualifications

HND Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
Degree in QS or equivalent – desirable.
Minimum 5 years working as a Quantity Surveyor with good working knowledge of construction processes.
Experience of working on a variety of contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC) or sector specific equivalent.
Clear understanding of contractual terms and conditions both sub-contract and main contract.
Proficient in MS Office.
Valid UK driving licence.
Valid CSCS card.

Responsibilities

Provide commercial support to site and project managers.
Monitor and update costs of projects by reviewing monthly forecasts against actual costs.
Subcontractor procurement and management from inception to completion.
Valuation, certification and payments to Sub Contractors.
Guide operational cost estimation process and contract requirements.
Prepare external valuations in a timely manner to align with contract requirements.
Forecast external valuations through to final account with clients.
Report valuation reports and cost estimation to clients and managers.
Tender and negotiate contracts; prepare bids and tender documents.
Prepare contract documents.
Manage colleagues and contribute to training of junior surveyors.

Skills

Maths aptitude

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

HND QS or equivalent

Degree in QS or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

All current vacancies

Role

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Closing date

30/12/2026

Location

Leeds - Salaried

Sector

Affordable Housebuilding & Refurbishment

This role is based within Esh Living’s new build housing division which delivers medium-to-large-scale affordable housing developments, as well as multi-apartment retirement living and extra care developments. This division takes projects from the early stages of development, through pre-construction, technical and on-site delivery.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of multiple construction schemes. This role involves overseeing cost control, contract administration, and financial reporting to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial expertise and a proven track record in managing complex construction portfolios.

What We Will Expect From You

Civils Provide commercial support to site and project managers
Monitor and update costs of projects by reviewing monthly financial forecasts against the actual costs
Subcontractor procurement and management from inception to completion
Valuation, certification and / or approval of payments to Sub Contractors
Provide guidance to operational team on the cost estimation process and awareness of contract requirements
Preparation and submission of external valuations in a timely manner to align with the contract requirements
Management and accurate forecasting of the external valuations through to the final account agreement with our Clients
Report directly to clients and managers. Present valuation reports and cost estimation
Tender and negotiate contracts: Estimate the target costs and budget prices. Prepare lump sum bids and compile enquiry documents for competitive bidding. When favourable bid received, prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities
Preparation of contract documents
Effective management of colleagues, adhering to Esh people processes. Contributes to training and developing apprentice/trainee/assistant quantity surveyors

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

What To Expect From Us

Care: We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work
Trust: You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you when needed
Integrity: We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision‑making
Respect: We value diverse perspectives and create a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity
Working Together: Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results

Together, these values create a workplace where people feel welcome, trusted, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.

Qualifications

HND Quantity Surveying or equivalent
Degree in QS or equivalent – desirable
Minimum 5 years working as a Quantity Surveyor with good working knowledge of construction processes- essential
Experience of having worked on a variety of contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC contracts) or sector specific equivalent
Clear understanding of contractual terms and conditions both sub-contract and main contract
Proficient in the use of MS Office
Valid UK driving Licence
Valid CSCS card

Attributes & Skills

Aptitude for maths: numerical prowess to guide other surveyors through cost estimation processes. Mathematical knowledge is essential during the budgeting and tendering process
Negotiation skills: good negotiation skills to get the best value for money and good contracts for your clients
Analytical skills: to analyse the reports and recommend ways to prevent deviations from budgets. Analytical skills help you analyse the reports and contractual terms
Leadership skills: good leadership skills to guide junior surveyors

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