Senior Quantity Surveyor Huntingdon

ZipRecruiter; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established contractor in Huntingdon is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead high-value construction projects. The ideal candidate will manage procurement, subcontractor coordination, and ensure financial accuracy. With a competitive salary of £75,000 – £80,000 and excellent benefits, this role requires strong commercial knowledge and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking team that values expertise and teamwork.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Loyalty leave scheme

Pension scheme with employer match

Private healthcare & life insurance

Wellbeing support

Early finish Fridays

Dress-down Fridays

Team-building events

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge is required.
• Experience with industrial and/or commercial projects is necessary.
• Ability to manage workload independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for projects.
• Handle cost forecasting, procurement, and subcontractor management.
• Ensure financial accuracy and contract compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Strong commercial knowledge

Education

Degree, HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job DescriptionSenior Quantity Surveyor – Huntingdon Location: Huntingdon
Job Type: Full Time
️ Industry: Construction / Industrial & Built Environment
Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you a skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to lead high-value construction projects from start to finish? We’re hiring on behalf of a well-established contractor delivering major works across the industrial and commercial sectors. Based in Huntingdon, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take full commercial responsibility for your projects—handling everything from cost forecasting and procurement to subcontractor management and client valuations. You’ll be a key player in ensuring financial accuracy, contract compliance, and successful delivery alongside the project and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage company QS systems and documentation.




• Keep accurate site records, including photographic evidence.




• Complete labour allocation sheets in collaboration with site teams.




• Lead client, design, and project progress meetings.




• Approve purchase orders and subcontractor packages with proper documentation.




• Hold TRM meetings with Operations for subcontractor coordination.




• Draft accurate subcontractor documentation in line with procurement schedules.




• Measure, price, and negotiate project variations.




• Complete subcontractor liabilities and provide monthly forecasts.




• Produce cost projections for labour, plant, staff, and materials.




• Ensure timely procurement of subcontractors per the schedule.




• Carry out valuations and issue payment notices accurately and on time.




• Manage and monitor warranty schedules and external valuations.




• Work with the team to complete monthly cost reports and forecasts.




• Maintain main contract compliance and supervise junior QS staff (TQS/AQS).

What You’ll Need

• Degree, HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.




• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.




• Experience with industrial and/or commercial projects.




• Excellent communication and organisational skills.




• Ability to manage workload independently with minimal supervision.

What’s On Offer

• £75,000 – £80,000 salary




• 
  25 days annual leave + bank holidays




• 
  Loyalty leave scheme – extra day annually after 3 years (up to 5 days)




• 
  Pension scheme – employer match up to 6%




• Private healthcare & life insurance




• 
  Wellbeing support & mobile phone allowance




• Early finish Fridays – 4:00 PM




• Dress-down Fridays




• Annual Christmas & summer parties




• Monthly breakfast mornings & regular team-building events




• Refer-a-friend scheme




• Cycle-to-work scheme

Apply Now Email your CV to: [e-mail]
Call: 0770 0106 035
Looking to step into a leadership role as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Huntingdon? Join a contractor that values expertise, teamwork, and progression. We’d love to hear from you.