Senior Quantity Surveyor

VGC Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VGC Group is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the management of contractual and financial aspects of construction projects in the Plymouth area.

Responsibilities include preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, and payment applications, negotiating contracts, supervising procurement, and mentoring junior QS staff while ensuring projects stay within budget and meet specifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quantity surveying experience in construction or infrastructure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS, CIOB) preferred.
• CSCS White PQP/AQP and relevant academic qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and cost control.
• Proficient in CostX, QS Suite, PlanSwift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
• Conduct cost planning and control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and variations.
• Manage procurement processes and evaluate bids from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress and forecast final costs, identifying financial risks.
• Prepare interim and final payment applications and valuations.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Prepare financial reports and cost analyses for stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior quantity surveyors and team members.
• Assist in dispute resolution related to costs and contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

HNC/BSc/MSc in related field

Tools

CostX

QS Suite

PlanSwift

Job description

My client is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The Senior QS plays a crucial role in managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects.

This role involves preparing cost estimates, managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and ensuring projects are completed within budget and according to specifications.

Key Tasks and Accountabilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
• Conduct cost planning and control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and variations.
• Manage procurement processes and evaluate supplier and subcontractor bids.
• Monitor project progress and forecast final costs, identifying potential financial risks.
• Prepare interim and final payment applications and valuations.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Prepare financial reports, cost analysis, and documentation for project stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior quantity surveyors and other team members.
• Assist in dispute resolution related to costs and contractual issues.

Requirements

• Professionally qualified operator with at least 3 years post professional qualification relevant experience or 5 years experience
• Academic Qualifications - Quantity Surveying (HNC, BSc, MSc).
• CSCS - White PQP/AQP
• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS, CIOB) preferred.
• Extensive experience (typically 5+ years) in quantity surveying within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, and cost control techniques.
• Proficient in quantity surveying software (e.g., CostX, QS Suite, PlanSwift).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.