Senior Quantity Surveyor

Carrington West; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in Southampton. This exciting role offers the chance to lead commercial operations on a range of civil engineering projects while mentoring junior staff. The company provides a supportive environment with clear career progression opportunities and a company vehicle. If you are looking to make a significant impact in a thriving business, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a team that values innovation and collaboration, and be part of exciting projects that shape the future of infrastructure.

Benefits

Company Car

Career Progression

Supportive Team Environment

Diverse Project Range

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial aspects of civil engineering projects.
• Mentor junior team members and manage client relationships.

Skills

NEC contracts

Client communication

Team management

Commercial planning

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Southampton - Office-based, with occasional site visits
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + Company Car
Full-time, Permanent
We are partnering with a reputable and growing civil engineering contractor to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business experiencing sustained growth, with a strong pipeline of civils projects and increasing work with Tier 1 clients.
As part of a strategic restructure within the commercial team, this role will play a key part in enhancing operational efficiency and supporting junior team members, while working closely with the company's senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
·Take commercial lead on a portfolio of civil engineering projects
·Provide line management and mentoring to team members within the commercial function
·Build and maintain strong working relationships with Tier 1 clients
·Manage NEC contracts, BOQs, valuations, variations, and change control
·Collaborate directly with the company's Directors on commercial planning and strategy
Candidate Requirements
·Proven experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role within the civil engineering sector
·Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts is essential
·Confident communicator with experience engaging directly with clients and key stakeholders
·Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
·Comfortable working full-time from the office, with occasional travel to project sites
Package
·Salary: £60,000-£65,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
·Company vehicle provided
·Clear career progression pathway within a supportive team
·Opportunity to work on a diverse range of live and upcoming projects

FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Amy Maxwell at Carrington West on02393876081 or email at [e-mail] for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.