Senior Quantity Surveyor

Randstad CPE; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a significant Marine Infrastructure project in Southend-on-Sea. The successful candidate will manage project budgets, supervise the commercial team, and ensure compliance with contracts. Strong experience in civil engineering and knowledge of NEC Forms of contract are essential. This full-time position offers a permanent contract and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a construction environment.
• Strong contractual knowledge of NEC Forms of contract is essential.
• Ability to produce Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR) monthly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze project budgets.
• Manage documentation for sub-contractors.
• Certify interim payments and manage legal issues.
• Supervise and mentor the commercial team.
• Build relationships with project stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Management

Procurement

Risk Management

Leadership

Relationship Management

Education

Background in Civil Engineering or Infrastructure

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Project/Senior Quantity Surveyor with a true passion for excellence looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

A long-established UK construction and civil engineering firm are looking to expand their commercial team on a £100m+ Marine Infrastructure project in the Essex area. They are looking for a Quantity surveyor with a background in Civil Engineering / Infrastructure & strong contractual knowledge of NEC Forms of contract.

What You Will Be Doing

• Financial Management: Prepare and analyze project budgets and produce monthly Cost Value Reconcilations (CVR).
• Procurement: Pre-qualify, procure, and manage documentation for all sub-contractors.
• Payment & Compliance: Certify interim payments and issue Payer/Pay-less notices in accordance with regulations.
• Risk & Legal: Manage commercial risks and provide expert advice on contractual and legal issues.
• Leadership: Supervise and mentor the Commercial team while fostering collaboration between site and office operations.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with all project stakeholders.

If this role seems like something of interest, apply to the role and/or contact a relevant consultant.

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Randstad CPE 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 more than 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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Job Info

• Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Company:
• Location:
• Posted: Jan 20th 2026
• Closes: Feb 20th 2026
• Sector:
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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