Senior Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction contractor in Manchester is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major highways structures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in infrastructure projects and strong leadership skills. Offering a competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 and opportunities for career progression within a growing business.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days leave + bank holidays

Clear progression opportunities

Involvement in significant infrastructure schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large infrastructure or major building projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract management (NEC experience preferred).
• Ability to work autonomously while guiding and developing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of a package of structures on a major highways project.
• Oversee change control, valuations, cost forecasting, and final accounts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Highways Structures
Location: Manchester
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance & Full Package

About the Employer

We're recruiting on behalf of a growing main contractor who specialise in complex building structures across both the infrastructure and building sectors. They have secured a 2-year contract to deliver multiple structures as part of a major highways project in the North West.

About the Opportunity

This is an excellent site-based role where you will lead a small commercial team and play a key part in the continued growth of the business in the region. As Senior QS, you will be the commercial lead for the team, managing day-to-day activity while mentoring the commercial team. You will work closely with the project leadership team to deliver cost control, contract management, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of a package of structures on a major highways project


• Oversee change control, valuations, cost forecasting, and final accounts


• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and performance


• Ensure compliance with contractual and commercial requirements


• Provide regular financial reports to the commercial manager and project lead


• Develop and mentor junior commercial team members


• Build strong relationships with client representatives, supply chain, and internal teams

Requirements / About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large infrastructure or major building projects


• Strong knowledge of contract management (NEC experience preferred)


• Experience on highways or civil engineering structures projects is highly desirable


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills


• Ability to work autonomously while guiding and developing junior staff


• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000


• 25 days leave + bank holidays


• Clear progression opportunities within a growing North West business


• Involvement in one of the region's most significant infrastructure schemes

How to apply

Apply today with your CV or contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion.