Senior Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK; Wales; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage various public sector and affordable housing projects valued up to £10 million. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial awareness and proven experience in managing key projects. This role offers a salary up to £85,000 depending on experience, a competitive benefits package, and long-term career progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Long-term career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior or Project Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor.
• Strong background in public sector building projects and design & build affordable housing.
• Experience managing projects valued up to £10 million.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of multiple construction projects up to £10m.
• Cost planning, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Procurement and management of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Preparation and negotiation of valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Managing risk, cash flow and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Strong communication

Project management

Risk management

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

North Wales (with regional project coverage) - Up to £85,000 per annum + competitive package

About the Company

An established and growing main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across Wales and the bordering regions. The business has a strong reputation within the public sector and affordable housing markets, operating across frameworks and repeat‑client relationships. Projects are delivered with a focus on quality, collaboration and long‑term sustainability, with values rooted in professionalism and community engagement.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team, playing a key role in the delivery of public building and design & build affordable housing projects up to £10 million in value.

You will take full commercial responsibility for projects from pre‑contract through to final account, working closely with operational teams, clients and supply chain partners to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of multiple construction projects up to £10m
• Cost planning, budgeting and financial reporting
• Procurement and management of subcontractors and suppliers
• Preparation and negotiation of valuations, variations and final accounts
• Managing risk, cash flow and cost control throughout the project lifecycle
• Supporting pre‑construction and tender processes where required
• Working collaboratively with project managers and site teams
• Ensuring compliance with contractual and commercial best practice

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Senior or Project Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor
• Strong background in public sector building projects and D&B affordable housing
• Experience managing projects valued up to £10 million
• Solid understanding of standard forms of contract (JCT preferred)
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider commercial team
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions‑focused approach

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
• Attractive benefits package
• Long‑term career progression within a stable and growing contractor
• Diverse and meaningful project portfolio across the public sector and housing
• Supportive, team‑focused working environment

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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