Senior Quantity Surveyor in Lancaster, Lancashire

Energy Jobline CVL; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage groundwork packages at critical sites. The role involves overseeing subcontractor accounts, cost reporting, and ensuring compliance with NEC3 contract requirements. Ideal candidates will have strong civil engineering experience, excellent communication skills, and experience mentoring junior staff. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary or day rate

Long-term pipeline of work

Supportive team environment

Exposure to high-profile infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

• Take commercial ownership of groundwork packages at a port and prison site.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and oversee cost reporting.
• Mentor and support an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

Skills

Proven experience in civil engineering or groundwork projects

Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts

Ability to manage multiple packages and subcontractor relationships

Experience mentoring junior staff

Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills

Job description

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Your new role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take commercial ownership of two key groundwork packages – one at a port and another at a prison site. You’ll manage subcontractor accounts, oversee cost reporting, handle valuations and variations, and ensure compliance with NEC3 contract requirements. You’ll also mentor and support an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, helping to develop their skills and confidence.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Proven experience in civil engineering or groundwork projects
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts
• Ability to manage multiple packages and subcontractor relationships
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary or day rate
• Long‑term pipeline of work across the North West
• Supportive team environment and career progression opportunities
• Exposure to high‑profile infrastructure projects

What you need to do now

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