Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hays Property & Surveying; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of facilities management for the UK military is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a 12-month maternity cover role. This position involves managing commercial operations across a multi-site contract in the North of England, influencing strategic delivery across critical defence infrastructure. The successful candidate will need strong negotiation and risk management skills, as well as a relevant qualification and UK experience.

Benefits

25 days' holiday

6% matched pension

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Company car or allowance

Qualifications

• At least four years' UK experience in construction, ideally in defence.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, contract compliance, and supplier performance.
• Lead change management and resolve disputes.
• Ensure value for money across all works.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

HND/Foundation Degree or equivalent

Job description

Your new company
A leading provider of facilities management for the UK military is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial operations across a large, multi-site contract in the North of England. This 12-month maternity cover role offers a unique opportunity to influence strategic delivery across critical defence infrastructure.

Your new role
You'll work closely with internal teams and key stakeholders, including the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), to manage cost control, contract compliance, and supplier performance. Your role will involve leading change management, resolving disputes, and ensuring value for money across all works.

What you'll need to succeed
I am looking for a commercially experienced professional with a background in construction, ideally in defence. You'll need a relevant qualification (HND/Foundation Degree or equivalent), at least four years' UK experience, and strong skills in negotiation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. A full UK driving licence and eligibility for security clearance are essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you'll receive a competitive package including 25 days' holiday, a 6% matched pension, private medical cover, life assurance, and a company car or allowance. Join a values-driven organisation that puts people first and delivers with care, agility, and collaboration.

What you need to do now
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