Senior Quantity Surveyor - Chorley

Ipsum Utilities Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing utilities company is seeking two experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors to join their Commercial team in Wakefield. This full-time role involves managing contracts, project performance, and subcontractor management. Ideal candidates will be confident with a solid understanding of MTC contracts and come from a commercial or finance background. The position offers a supportive environment aimed at maximizing profitability while upholding company values and commitment to equal opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Active local social committees

Regular social events

Paid volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Confident with a good understanding of MTC contracts.
• Preferably experienced in an MOD environment.
• Takes pride in work and recognizes improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract/project performance including CVR reviews.
• Review contracts and support with mitigating risk.
• Report on and challenge performance for project cashflows and profitability.
• Subcontractor management.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients.

Skills

Understanding of MTC contracts

Self-motivation

Background in commercial or finance role

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Chorley

What’s in it for you…

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role…

As a growing business we are looking for two professional Senior Quantity Surveyors to join our fantastic Commercial team. You will support with the development, implementation and management of all commercial activities and controls, taking ownership for the implementation of the group commercial strategy for the business unit you are assigned to. Ultimately, helping to maximise the profitability of the business unit whilst ensuring the Ipsum values are upheld. This is a full‑time permanent role based from our Wakefield office.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you will…

• Manage contract/project performance including CVR reviews.
• Review contracts and support with mitigating risk.
• Report on and challenge performance for project cashflows and profitability.
• Subcontractor management.
• Preparation and review of subcontract documents and assessment of quotations for onboarding.
• Manage and track project changes, variations and/or notices.
• Assess and value variations and compensation events.
• Support the Commercial Manager with ad hoc projects and continuous improvement of business processes.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients, along with the agreement of final accounts.
• Attend risk review, progress and commercial meetings on‑site with the Client.
• Be actively involved with tenders and pricing.
• Support the operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects.

About you…

We are looking for someone who is confident and has a good understanding of MTC contracts and the Property Services Agency schedule of rates preferably within an MOD environment (whilst not essential). This would suit someone who is self‑motivated and has a background in a commercial or finance role. You must take pride in your work and recognise improvement opportunities.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities…

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Next steps…

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info.