Senior Quantity Surveyor

Red Sky Personnel; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of civil engineering and infrastructure projects in Greater Manchester. The role entails cost control, subcontract procurement, and managing commercial risks to maximize performance. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction or civil engineering. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000, and projects range from £200k to over £10m.

Qualifications

• Construction or civil engineering background.

Responsibilities

• Cost control, forecasting and monthly CVR reporting.
• Cashflow and value reporting.
• Subcontract procurement, negotiation and financial management.
• Applications for payment through to final account.
• Commercial and contractual liaison with clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and realise commercial opportunities.
• Manage and mitigate commercial risk.

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Up to £65,000
Start Date: March 2026

Role Overview

An experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to support the commercial management of civil engineering and infrastructure projects ranging from £200k to £10m+. The role works closely with project and senior management teams to control costs, manage risk and maximise commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost control, forecasting and monthly CVR reporting

• Cashflow and value reporting

• Subcontract procurement, negotiation and financial management

• Applications for payment through to final account

• Commercial and contractual liaison with clients and stakeholders

• Identify and realise commercial opportunities

• Manage and mitigate commercial risk

Contracts & Processes

• Manage NEC and IChemE contracts

• Ensure correct contract terms across the supply chain

• Support internal commercial processes and reporting

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

Essential

• Construction or civil engineering background

• Strong …