Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Leicester seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, prepare tenders, and mentor junior team members. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid and flexible working

Bonus scheme

Sick pay

Private medical insurance

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering.
• Sound knowledge of NEC forms of contract.
• Experience in managing project costs.

Responsibilities

• Managing all costs from initial calculations to final figures.
• Assisting in the preparation of tenders and contract documents.
• Providing support and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cost management

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying

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22.06.2025

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Your new company

You will be joining an established civil engineering contractor based in Leicester. This multi-accredited and high-profile organisation has a strong reputation for delivering infrastructure projects across the Midlands region within the highways and public realm sectors and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicester office with the option for hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing all costs relating to projects from initial calculations to final figures
• Assisting in the preparation of tenders and contract documents, including bills of quantities
• Monitoring and controlling project costs against the project budget
• Reviewing and advising on contractual claims and variations
• Developing and maintaining relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• Providing support and mentoring junior members of the team.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or related field
• At least 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the civil engineering industry
• Sound knowledge of NEC forms of contract
• Experience in managing and controlling project costs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to £65,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Bonus scheme
• Sick pay
• Private medical insurance
• Continuous training and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Exposure to high-profile and impactful projects
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an established contractor and more.