Senior Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Preston. The candidate will be responsible for managing contract-related risks and costs, supporting project teams from tender to execution, requiring strong communication skills and relevant experience. This role offers a four-day work week, focusing on commercial management and supports career growth.

Qualifications

• HNC in an industry-related subject required.
• Proven track record as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Basic understanding of contract administration and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and contractual aspects of projects.
• Oversee contract administration and financial health.
• Act as liaison with client procurement and commercial teams.

Skills

Contract Administration

Cost Control

Schedule Management

Communication

Risk Management

Education

HNC in an industry-related subject

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar

Tools

CEMAR

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Senior Quantity Surveyor, preston, lancashire

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Client:

Scantec Recruitment

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Contract Type: Contract- Outside of Scope of IR35- Pending Determination

Clearance : Ability to Obtain SC or DV Clearance

Hours: 4 day Week - Mon to Thurs

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our client's team and play a key role in managing all commercial and contractual aspects of projects, from tender to execution. In this position, you will support the Bid and Project Delivery teams to ensure the efficient management of costs, contracts, and commercial risks, contributing to successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administration of monthly payments, ensuring all applications, certificates, and invoices are processed correctly and in a timely manner to maintain project financial health.
• Prepare and submit Compensation Event (CE) quotations, demonstrating clear entitlement principles, ensuring cost impacts are accurately represented.
• Maintain daily control of contract management systems (e.g., CEMAR), ensuring all contract data is accurately updated and easily accessible for project tracking and reporting.
• Act as the primary liaison with client procurement and commercial teams throughout the contract lifecycle. Attend client meetings as required, ensuring strong communication and smooth collaboration.
• Provide valuable assistance to the Project Manager in interpreting the contract and works information, ensuring all aspects are clearly understood and adhered to during project execution.
• Support the Project Manager in managing project risks, both known and emerging, through the Early Warning Notice (EWN) process. Identify, assess, and help mitigate any potential risks to the project’s progress.
• Oversee and audit the Change Control procedure, ensuring all changes are properly documented and tracked. This includes reviewing change trackers, overspend notices, and assessing both recoverable and non-recoverable overspend impacts.
• Process new Purchase Orders via the CRC process and collaborate with the Document Control Centre (DCC) to ensure proper documentation and compliance.
• Support the Bid team in evaluating commercial terms and conditions, preparing contract data returns, and responding to commercial clarifications. Ensure all bid-related documentation aligns with the overall project objectives and contractual requirements.
• Work closely with the Commercial Manager to agree on a satisfactory contractual position for both the project and client, ensuring that all terms and conditions are beneficial and fair.
• Prepare handover files as required by the Project team, ensuring that all necessary documentation is complete for smooth transition and execution.

Qualifications & Skills:

• HNC in an industry-related subject, or similar. Essential
• Proven track record in a Quantity Surveyor role. Essential
• Basic understanding of contract administration, cost control, and schedule management. Essential
• Experience in working with contract management tools (e.g., CEMAR). Essential
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively. Essential
• Ability to Obtain Security Clearance. Essential
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar. Desirable
• Experience supporting bids and understanding commercial evaluation of terms and conditions. Desirable
• Experience in preparing and auditing Change Control procedures. Desirable
• Familiarity with the early warning and risk management processes in contract execution. Desirable

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Commercial Manager/Project Portfolio Lead

Interested? Please send your CV to [emailprotected] or call me on 0151 666 8929 for more information!