Senior Quantity Surveyor

Eric Wright Group; Walton-le-Dale; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Pension

Health plans

Employee wellbeing

Job summary

Eric Wright Group in Walton-le-Dale is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on complex construction projects from pre-construction to final account. You will mentor junior surveyors, manage client relationships, and provide contract advice to optimise cost and risk while ensuring quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, and the chance to contribute to local community investment through the group's

Qualifications

• Estimating experience in construction, across sectors incl. midrise apartments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction to completion; manage cost, contract and programme performance.

Skills

Estimating

Procurement

Tender management

JCT contracts

Negotiation

Presentation

Submission

Estimating software

Construction knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Influence

Tools

Conquest

Bluebeam

CostX

Job description

Our business is truly special; part of the Eric Wright Group, and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.

For more than 100 years, Eric Wright Construction has combined experience, expertise, and a talented team to deliver high-quality schemes that make a lasting, positive impact on the society and communities we work in. We are committed to working closely with local labour, suppliers, and partners wherever possible, creating employment opportunities, supporting local economies, and leaving a meaningful legacy long after each project is complete.

We’re looking for an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with a proven track record of successfully managing complex construction projects from pre-construction through to final account. You'll be confident leading commercial activities, building strong relationships with clients and project teams, and providing expert contractual advice to support project success. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities while driving commercial performance and mitigating risk. Strong leadership skills are essential, as you'll be responsible for mentoring and developing junior surveying team members. Above all, you'll be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced construction environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring successful cost, contract and programme performance.
• Take ownership of projects and work packages of varying size, complexity and value, providing commercial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with clients, site teams, designers and subcontractors to ensure effective collaboration and successful project delivery.
• Attend, lead and contribute to internal and client meetings, acting as a key commercial point of contact.
• Provide contractual guidance and commercial support to operational teams, helping to manage risk and maximise project performance.
• Oversee commercial administration, maintaining accurate project records and ensuring documentation is managed in line with company procedures.
• Manage, mentor and support Quantity Surveyors at all levels, including Trainee and Project Quantity Surveyors, to encourage development and high performance.
• Continuously develop your professional knowledge and skills while ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, data protection and information security requirements.
• Take a proactive and flexible approach to supporting the wider business, contributing to evolving project and organisational needs.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong estimating experience in the construction industry, ideally across multiple sectors, including midrise residential apartments
• Excellent understanding of subcontract procurement, tender processes, and estimating software (e.g. Conquest, Bluebeam, Cost X etc).
• Able to confidently analyse drawings, specs, contracts and financial data.
• Comfortable managing and prioritising multiple tenders.
• Experience with JCT contracts.
• A commercial mindset and solid negotiating skills.
• Capable of presenting to clients and senior leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of submission requirements, with the ability to plan and execute a logical sequence of actions to meet deadlines.
• Ability to assemble estimates using estimating software and/or manual methods, supported by appropriate IT skills.
• Sound construction knowledge, with the ability to research, assess, and appraise the viability of alternative solutions.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrates an appropriate level of presentation skills.
• Ability to motivate, influence, and work effectively with others.

Our Values

At the heart of everything we do are four core values:

• Integrity – We’re transparent, honest, and accountable. We build trust and deliver lasting impact.
• Excellence – We go beyond expectations with expertise, determination, and attention to detail.
• Respect – We’re inclusive, compassionate, and professional. Every voice matters.
• Innovation – We think differently, solve problems creatively, and embrace a “can do” attitude.

How You’ll Work

We’re looking for someone who lives our behaviours:

• Be authentic – Say what you mean, keep your promises, and build trust
• Be accountable – Own your work, celebrate success, and learn from setbacks
• Belong – Be part of something bigger, rooted in community and purpose
• Be the best you can – Give your all, ask for support, and grow with us
• Be motivated – Strive for excellence and take charge of your development
• Be safe – Look after yourself and others—safe people, safe place
• Be inclusive – Treat everyone with fairness, respect, and equality
• Be empathetic – Listen deeply and value every voice
• Be open – Share feedback, celebrate strengths, and speak up for what’s right
• Be collaborative – Offer support, share knowledge, and learn from others
• Be inspiring – Lead with positivity, embrace innovation, and foster teamwork
• Be bold – Speak up, be curious, and help shape the future

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a business that exists to make a difference
• Thrive in a healthy, empowering environment
• Work with passionate, dedicated colleagues who live our values
• Enjoy real opportunities to grow and shape your future
• Good salary and benefits offer

Our offer

• Enhanced annual leavestarting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
• Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
• Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.
• Pension — 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future
• BUPA -optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)
• Group Income Protection –50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
• Health Plans – optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness
• EAP – Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.
• Mental Health support– through the Thrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.
• Savings scheme –Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future
• Recognition awards – awards for long service and special birthdays
• Onsite gym – we have a gym on site at Head Office – free to use
• Company Doctor– for when you can’t get to see your own or if you have any health concerns
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing
• A wide range of enhanced benefits to support your well-being and work-life balance

Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned 100% by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies. Our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart. The companies across the Group regularly collaborate to deliver outstanding results on bespoke projects for both public and private sector clients.

We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.

Equal opportunity statement:

At Eric Wright Group, our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, who share of values, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.

Safeguarding if required

The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors and clients and expects its people to share this commitment. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible.

Department

EWC

Contract type

Full time

Hours

43.75

Competitive

Competitive salary, car or car allowance, generous pension, holidays, income protection, health plans, paid family leave and much more!