Senior Quantity Surveyor

J. Murphy & Sons Limited.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for the Transpennine Route Upgrade in Leeds. The role involves leading commercial delivery, mentoring staff, and driving value through effective cost management and contract administration. Ideal candidates will possess a BSc in Quantity Surveying, a strong civil or rail background, and negotiation skills. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and involvement in significant infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.
• Registered with RICS / ICES and working towards chartership.
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC).

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery on the Transpennine Route Upgrade in Leeds.
• Drive value through cost management, change control, and contract administration.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to shape outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Cost management

Change control

Education

BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Murphy Senior Quantity Surveyor – Transportation TRUe Project (Leeds)

With a proud history dating back to the 1960s, we provide practical, innovative results, working around the individual needs of our customers. Rail renewals to enhancements, bridge building, highways, ports and emergency earthworks—our award‑winning team has extensive experience and has been involved in projects that have changed the face of transport networks in three countries.

We dedicate ourselves to being "better engineered" to ensure our transportation infrastructure solutions meet and exceed customer requirements, delivering value for money through innovation.

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A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Lead commercial delivery on the Transpennine Route Upgrade in Leeds
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of commercial awareness
• Drive value through cost management, change control, and contract administration
• Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance
• Positive engagement with Client equivalent position and development, motivation & performance management of junior staff
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to shape outcomes and resolve challenges
• Composing of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required
• Devising of Valuations/Applications for Payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract
• Construction of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation
• Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts
• Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules
• Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change
• Use the cost allocation/coding which satisfies both internal and external requirements
• Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying (or equivalent qualification)
• Strong civil and/or rail background (essential) ideally rail
• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor looking to step up
• Registered with RICS / ICES and working towards chartership
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC) and Standard Methods of Measurement
• Strong communication within presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others
• Full driving licence & flexible with travel