Senior Quantity Surveyor

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Leiston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction group in Leiston, UK, is looking for an experienced professional to handle subcontract documentation and manage contracts effectively. The role offers opportunities in exciting infrastructure projects with support for professional development and high-quality training. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of contracts and experience in civil engineering. Flexible working options and generous employee benefits are included.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Paid membership to a professional association

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of standard forms of contract required.
• Proficient in Excel and Word essential.
• Experience with NEC3/4 Option C is important.
• Professional qualification (MCIOB or MRICS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce subcontract documentation and manage packages.
• Issue commercial notices as per contract requirements.
• Attend progress and risk reduction meetings.
• Maximise value and profit through effective management.

Skills

Strong understanding of standard forms of contract

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Word

Proficient in CEMAR

Proficient in Oracle systems

Strong stakeholder management skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with NEC3/4 Option C

Main contract experience

Professional qualification (MCIOB or MRICS)

Experience in Civil Engineering

Exposure to large or multiple smaller schemes

CSCS qualification (as appropriate)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Produce Subcontract documentation, including terms, prices, and programme negotiations.
• Manage subcontract works packages, interim assessments, and change management.
• Issue commercial notices to Clients and Subcontractors as per the contract.
• Manage timely contract changes, including Compensation Event Quotations.
• Submit and agree monthly applications with the Client.
• Liaise with operational and engineering teams to maintain site record standards.
• Produce detailed monthly reports and Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR).
• Maintain a ‘Cost Plan,’ tracking and forecasting expenditure.
• Interpret and evaluate internal cost system expenditure reports.
• Attend progress and risk reduction meetings with clients and subcontractors.
• Maximise value and profit, applying ‘Doing the right thing’ principles.
• Assist estimating and bid teams with contractual expertise.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Strong understanding of standard forms of contract.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, CEMAR, and Oracle systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience with NEC3/4 Option C.
• Main contract experience.
• Professional qualification (MCIOB or MRICS, or working towards it).
• Experience in Civil Engineering (Highways, Rail, Water, Aviation).
• Exposure to large or multiple smaller schemes.
• CSCS qualification (as appropriate).

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on exciting infrastructure projects.
• Support for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible working options with the Agile Working programme.
• Wellbeing support through a ‘Be Well’ programme.
• High-quality training and tailored career paths.

Employee Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service.
• Corporate discounts and Cycle to Work schemes.
• Comprehensive pension plan and share purchase scheme.
• Private medical scheme options and 24/7 employee assistance.
• Paid membership to a relevant professional association.

About the Company

The company is a leading construction group with a focus on delivering lasting change for stakeholders and communities. It has grown significantly in the infrastructure sector, securing major projects and key frameworks.

The Sustainable Growth Strategy focuses on expanding capabilities, supporting net-zero infrastructure, and having a positive impact on local communities.

Infrastructure (National Highways)

The company works on maintaining and improving England's motorways and major A roads, playing a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the strategic road network.