Senior Quantity Surveyor

RGB Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor Estimator in Plymouth to oversee project costs from tendering to completion. Ideal candidates will have experience in construction, strong commercial skills, and be proficient in estimating software. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, plus the opportunity to work on impactful projects.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within the construction industry.
• Project experience within education, healthcare, or public sectors.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for projects.
• Manage commercial aspects of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate closely with clients and design teams.

Skills

Cost management

Procurement

Client liaison

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor Estimator

Plymouth

Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + Car or Car Allowance

Role Overview

As the senior quantity surveyor, Estimator, you will take commercial ownership of projects from initial tendering through to financial completion and handover. The role requires strong cost management, procurement, and client liaison skills to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for projects.
• Manage commercial aspects of multiple projects simultaneously, including subcontract procurement, valuations, and final accounts.
• Collaborate closely with clients, design teams, and site managers to meet financial and programme objectives.
• Support business growth through effective client relationship management and commercial insight.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within the construction industry.
• Project experience within education, healthcare, or public sectors.
• Excellent commercial acumen and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and estimating software.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary, Company car or car allowance.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and impactful local projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you are ready to take your next step with a company that values quality, community, and sustainable construction, please contact Nicky, RGB Recruitment, Exeter