Senior Quantity Surveyor

ERSG Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ERSG Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for a freelance contract in Hampshire. The role focuses on managing commercial and contractual aspects of a major construction project, coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to drive successful delivery.

The candidate should bring robust cost control, forecasting and reporting skills, along with strong communication and independence to own the commercial responsibilities on the package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor on major projects.
• Strong commercial and contractual management expertise.
• Experience managing subcontractors and packages.
• Solid cost control, forecasting and reporting abilities.
• Excellent communications and stakeholder management.
• Ability to own commercial responsibilities independently.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial aspects of allocated packages and works.
• Preparing and managing project cost reports and forecasts.
• Managing subcontractor procurement, packages and accounts.
• Assessing variations and change management.
• Supporting project budgets and cost control.
• Preparing valuations and managing payments.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Producing accurate commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting contractual administration and ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Collaborating with project and operations teams to delivery.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Forecasting

Reporting

CSCS Card

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Freelance Contract

Location: Hampshire

Contract: Freelance / Contract

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major construction and infrastructure project based in Hampshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in the successful delivery of a significant project. You will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of the works, working closely with project teams, subcontractors and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial aspects of allocated packages and works.
• Preparing and managing project cost reports and forecasts.
• Managing subcontractor procurement, packages and accounts.
• Assessing variations and change management.
• Supporting project budgets and cost control.
• Preparing valuations and managing payments.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Producing accurate commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting contractual administration and ensuring compliance with project procedures.
• Working closely with project and operational teams to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on construction, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Strong commercial and contractual management experience.
• Experience managing subcontractors and commercial packages.
• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of commercial responsibilities.
• Valid CSCS Card is required.