Senior Quantity Surveyor

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

Job summary

A civil engineering and construction company in Leiston is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial and contractual elements of major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will lead a small team, manage subcontractors, and ensure effective budget control. Applicants should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience on large-scale projects. A strong opportunity for career growth within a company that promotes from within.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Experience on large-scale projects.
• Commercial awareness and leadership skills.
• RICS membership (or working towards it).

Responsibilities

• Leading cost planning and contract administration.
• Managing subcontractors and supporting junior QS staff.
• Overseeing procurement, variations, valuations, and claims.
• Working closely with project and construction teams.
• Supporting budget control, forecasts, and reporting to leadership.

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Leiston

We’re working with a global civil engineering and construction specialist involved in major infrastructure projects. As part of a landmark development in Suffolk, they’re looking for a motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of commercial and contractual elements of the project.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to step up, lead a small team, and take pride in seeing a project through from start to finish. The company values people who are driven, detail-focused, and ready to grow into more senior roles.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading cost planning and contract administration
• Managing subcontractors and supporting junior QS staff
• Overseeing procurement, variations, valuations, and claims
• Working closely with project and construction teams
• Supporting budget control, forecasts, and reporting to leadership

What They’re Looking For

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Experience on large-scale projects
• Commercial awareness and leadership skills
• RICS membership (or working towards it)

Why Apply?

You’ll be joining a company with real international reach and a strong track record of promoting from within. If you’re ambitious, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of something long-term, this could be your next big step.