Senior Quantity Surveyor

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Sheffield to manage commercial aspects of groundwork projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in groundworks, strong negotiation, and reporting skills. A competitive salary, car allowance, and bonus await the successful applicant, along with a supportive team environment and clear progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance/company vehicle and fuel card

Bonus

Pension scheme

Supportive team environment

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in groundworks, ideally with a residential focus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage cash flow and produce commercial reports (CVRs).
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and monitor performance.
• Control project costs, budgets, and variations.
• Ensure full contractual and commercial compliance.
• Travel between sites and the office as needed.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Reporting skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-established Residential Groundworks Contractor specialising in infrastructure civils, earthworks, and plot groundworks.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full responsibility for the commercial management of groundwork projects across the North East. From procurement through to final account, you'll ensure projects deliver optimum value while maintaining quality and compliance.

We're seeking candidates with strong commercial, negotiation, and reporting skills. Proven experience in groundworks, ideally with a residential focus, is highly desirable, along with a proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cash flow and produce commercial reports (CVRs)
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and monitor performance
• Control project costs, budgets, and variations
• Ensure full contractual and commercial compliance
• Travel between sites and the office as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus car allowance/company vehicle and fuel card
• Bonus
• Pension scheme
• Supportive team environment
• Clear progression opportunities
• Work with a company that prioritises quality, safety, and long-term relationships

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in construction, please contact John Ashcroft on #removed# for more information.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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