Senior Quantity Surveyor

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a well-established subcontractor in South Yorkshire. This role involves managing the commercial performance of dry-lining packages, ensuring successful project delivery from pre-construction to final account. Ideal candidates have a strong background in Quantity Surveying with at least 5 years’ experience. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for progression in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-related bonus

Supportive team culture

Opportunity for progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally in dry-lining or fit-out.
• Proven track record managing subcontract packages from bid to final account.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and contractual performance from pre-construction to final account.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities and tender submissions.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Track and report on costs and cashflow forecasts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: South Yorkshire (Office-based with occasional site visits)

Client Type: Specialist Dry-Lining Subcontractor

Reporting To: Managing Director

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established Dry-Lining sub-contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality interior fit-out and partitioning packages across commercial, residential, and public-sector projects. Partnering with Tier 1 main contractors, they manage multiple projects concurrently and pride themselves on reliability, innovation, and strong commercial delivery. With continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their South Yorkshire office and lead the commercial function across key projects.

Role Overview

As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in managing the commercial and contractual performance of dry-lining packages from pre-construction through to final account. You will be expected to manage estimating, procurement, cost control, contract administration, and client liaison, ensuring profitability and successful delivery on every scheme.

Responsibilities

1. Estimating & Pre-Construction
   • Quantify materials and labour from construction drawings.
   • Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs), scopes of work, and tender submissions.
   • Assemble and present competitive bids, including qualifications and clarifications.
2. Procurement & Supply Chain Management
   • Procure materials and subcontracts in line with budget and programme.
   • Negotiate favourable commercial terms, discounts, and supplier rebates.
   • Monitor supplier and subcontractor performance and resolve any delivery or quality issues efficiently.
3. Labour Planning & Delivery Coordination
   • Work with site teams to plan labour resource requirements and start dates.
   • Coordinate material deliveries and ensure site logistics are in place.
   • Align internal labour programmes with client milestone dates and deliverables.
4. Commercial Management & Cost Control
   • Track and report on committed vs forecast costs.
   • Prepare applications for payment, including valuations and supporting documentation.
   • Maintain up-to-date cashflow forecasts and contribute to financial reporting.
   • Proactively identify risks to margin and implement mitigation strategies.
5. Contract Administration
   • Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), variations, and contractual changes.
   • Liaise with clients on interim valuations and agree variations in a timely manner.
   • Lead final account negotiations and ensure prompt settlement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally within dry-lining, fit-out, or interiors subcontracting.
• Proven track record of managing commercial aspects of subcontract packages from bid to final account.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts (JCT in particular).
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple live projects.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in estimating and cost reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Bluebeam, or similar software).

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable subcontractor on high-profile Tier 1 contracts.
• Supportive team culture with genuine autonomy in role.
• Clear pathway for progression within a growing business.