Senior Quantity Surveyor

Sphere Solutions; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Sphere Solutions in Cornwall is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of high end construction schemes. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary of £60,000 - £66,000 plus car allowance.

You will lead financial management across two projects, manage budgets and cash flow, oversee procurement and subcontractors, and deliver monthly cost reports while building strong client and supply-chain relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor or ready to step up.
• Experience delivering new build construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of contracts and commercial processes.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial management of at least 2 projects concurrently
• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow
• Oversee procurement activities and subcontractor appointments
• Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Produce accurate monthly cost and value reports, applications for payment
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

Skills

Senior QS

New build delivery

Contract knowledge

Driving licence

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cornwall | Permanent | Full-Time

£60,000 - £66,000 + Car Allowance

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of a prestigious construction projects in the Cornwall region?

We are working with a well-established and growing construction contractor to recruit an Experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of a portfolio is high end schemes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive business with a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across Cornwall.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial management of at least 2 projects concurrently
• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow
• Oversee procurement activities and subcontractor appointments
• Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Produce accurate monthly cost and value reports, applications for payment
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor ready to step up
• Experience delivering new build construction projects
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary of £60,000 - £66,000
• Car allowance package
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Long-term career progression opportunities
• Exposure to prestigious and technically challenging projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Stable pipeline of future projects across the South West

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces - regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background