Senior Quantity Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting; Southampton; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in residential projects is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor in Southampton. This permanent opportunity offers a competitive salary between £85,000 - £90,000, long-term stability, and significant impact on a complex residential project. The ideal candidate will excel in managing costs and problem-solving on a distressed site, contributing to project success.

Benefits

Long-term stability and career progression

Collaborative and supportive company culture

High-profile project opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large-scale residential projects.
• Ability to work on a distressed site with commercial strategies.
• Expertise in cost control, contract management, and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for the project, ensuring profitability.
• Identify and resolve complex issues related to cost and procurement.
• Lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Contract management

Procurement

Job description

Job ref : BBBH3420_1743014010

Published : 3 months ago

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Permanent | Residential | Southampton | £85,000 - £90,000

Have you worked on large-scale, complex residential projects? Do you thrive in challenging environments, solving problems and driving projects forward? Looking for a long‑term role offering stability, career growth, and a high‑impact opportunity?

About the Company

Our client is a leading contractor delivering high‑quality residential schemes across the UK. They are currently working on a large‑scale, 350+ unit residential development in Southampton, which presents a unique and complex set of challenges. This is a distressed site, requiring an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who excels in problem‑solving and can bring structure, control, and commercial expertise to the project.

About the Role

This is a permanent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of the commercial management of a challenging residential project. With two years remaining on the scheme, this role offers long‑term stability, a highly competitive salary, and the chance to make a significant impact in delivering a successful outcome.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for the project, ensuring profitability and cost control.
• Identify and resolve complex issues related to cost, procurement, and programme.
• Work closely with the site team to manage budgets and financial reporting.
• Conduct risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
• Lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and commercial best practices.
• Provide strategic input to improve project efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large‑scale residential projects.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and experience handling complex project challenges.
• Ability to work on a distressed site, implementing commercial strategies to improve project outcomes.
• Expertise in cost control, contract management, and procurement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts and relevant construction regulations.

Benefits

• Salary : £85,000 - £90,000 basic
• Work on a high‑profile, complex residential project.
• Long‑term stability with career progression opportunities.
• Strong pipeline of future projects in the region.
• Collaborative and supportive company culture.

If you have the experience and problem‑solving mindset needed for this role, apply now to discuss further!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and / or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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