Senior Quantity Surveyor

Carrington West; Reigate; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic commercial team. This role offers the opportunity to manage costs and contracts for high-value civil engineering projects, ensuring quality standards and driving value for money. The successful candidate will engage in all aspects of commercial management, from cost planning to contract administration, in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth. If you are commercially astute and have a passion for delivering excellence in civil engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Car allowance

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in Quantity Surveying, especially in groundworks or civil engineering.
• Commercially astute with knowledge of contracts and measurement methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs and contracts from inception to completion.
• Conduct cost planning, value engineering, and risk analysis.
• Support procurement and contract administration.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Contract Administration

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Risk Analysis

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-specific software

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks & Civil Engineering
Salary: Up to £90,000 plus £6,000 car allowance
Location: Reigate
Company Overview

My client is a well-established subcontractor specialising in groundworks and civil engineering, delivering projects of up to £10 million across London and the surrounding areas. With a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for high-quality delivery, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all costs and contracts related to projects from inception through to completion. The role involves driving value for money, maintaining quality standards, and supporting all aspects of commercial and contractual management.
Key Responsibilities
·Cost planning and commercial management throughout the full project lifecycle
·Value engineering and risk analysis
·Procurement support and tender evaluations
·Agreement of contract sums and tender submissions
·Contract administration and commercial reporting
·Interim valuations and payment assessments
·Management of design variations and cost substantiation
·Preparation of PQQ documentation in line with company standards
·Assistance with dispute resolution where necessary
·Ongoing support and guidance on commercial matters across the business
Candidate Requirements
·Must have experience in a similar Quantity Surveying role, ideally within groundworks or civil engineering
·Commercially astute, with sound knowledge of standard forms of contract and measurement methods
·NEC3 contract experience is essential, including early warnings and compensation event procedures
·Excellent written and verbal communication skills
·Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-specific software
·Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
·Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
What's on Offer
·A permanent role with a growing subcontractor delivering high-value civil engineering projects
·Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
·Opportunity for professional growth and development within a supportive team