Senior Quantity Surveyor – Hybrid/Remote Commercial Lead

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme (where applicable)

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the Coventry operations. You will manage commercial matters on projects from tender handover through delivery, providing advice to Project Managers and Engineers while safeguarding the region’s commercial performance.

The role will apply NEC contract knowledge, oversee changes, support payments and subcontractor management, contributing to project profitability and cashflow with high standards of cost control.

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent.
• Membership or working towards full chartered status.
• Effective communication in writing and speech.
• Precise and meticulous in processes.
• Strong time management and productivity.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial matters on projects from tender handover to completion.
• Provide commercial input to PMs and Engineers.
• Assist with feasibility studies for potential work items.
• Draft/review Compensation Events and Change Accounts.
• Support payment applications and ensure proper certification.
• Manage subcontractor works, AFPs, valuations, CVRs and related costs.
• Protect cashflow and ensure proper contract administration.
• Participate in client meetings to advocate for the business’ commercial interests.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Autonomous working

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent

Chartered membership or working towards (RICS/CIOB/ICES)

Job description

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the Coventry operations. You will manage commercial matters on projects from tender handover through delivery, providing advice to Project Managers and Engineers while safeguarding the region’s commercial performance.

The role will apply NEC contract knowledge, oversee changes, support payments and subcontractor management, contributing to project profitability and cashflow with high standards of cost control.