Senior Quantity Surveyor

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

Job summary

A construction recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of groundwork projects in the North East. The ideal candidate will have experience in groundworks with a residential focus and strong commercial skills. This role offers a competitive salary, travel allowance, and growth opportunities within a supportive team. Passion for construction and compliance is essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance/company vehicle

Fuel card

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

Reporting

Proactive mindset

Job description

Job Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Job Type: Permanent

Posted on: 22nd Oct 2025

Job Reference: JN -102025-63724_1761139210

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
• Competitive salary plus car allowance/company vehicle and fuel card
• 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 07867450022 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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For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 07867450022.