Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established civil engineering contractor as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Leicester. Manage project costs, assist in tender preparations, and mentor junior staff while enjoying a competitive salary with a range of benefits including a company car or allowance, a bonus scheme, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Company pension scheme

Sick pay

Private medical insurance

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering.
• Sound knowledge of NEC forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage all costs relating to projects from calculations to final figures.
• Assist in preparation of tenders and contract documents.
• Monitor project costs against budgets.

Skills

Project management

Cost control

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Permanent - Leicester - Established Contractor - Multi-Sector - Civil Engineering

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)
• Company car or car allowance (up to £6,500 per annum)
• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Bonus scheme
• Company pension 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.


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alternatively email a copy to [e-mail] quoting the job reference number #4696609.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. # 4696609