Senior Quantity Surveyor in PE1

Energy Jobline ZR; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cambridgeshire. The role involves leading complex projects, mentoring junior staff, and managing commercial strategies. Offering a competitive salary of £55,000 - £75,000, along with excellent benefits including a company car allowance and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Company Car or allowance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Private Family Healthcare

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a main contractor.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC contracts is essential.
• Experience managing or mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial aspects of complex projects.
• Administer NEC contracts and provide project advice.
• Prepare valuations and final accounts.
• Identify and manage commercial risks.
• Mentor junior members of the commercial team.
• Build relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Commercial leadership

NEC contract administration

Negotiation skills

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Bonus & Excellent Package

I am representing a leading main contractor that has secured a landmark, long‑term capital delivery framework in Cambridgeshire. They are now seeking a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role within their established team.

This is a key position offering the chance to mentor junior staff, manage complex projects, and influence commercial strategy on a flagship framework. My client is renowned for its commitment to employee development and offers a clear path for career progression into commercial management.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be a cornerstone of the commercial team, taking responsibility for the successful financial delivery of high‑value projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Taking the commercial lead on complex projects from procurement through to final account.
• Expertly administering NEC contracts, providing advice and guidance to the wider project team.
• Preparing, negotiating, and agreeing on monthly valuations and final accounts.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring the best possible outcomes for the project.
• Mentoring and developing junior members of the commercial team.
• Building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with clients, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a proven track record of working for a main contractor.
• In‑depth, practical knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts is essential.
• Experience in mentoring or managing junior commercial staff.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline; MRICS status would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to operate at a senior level.

Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary: £55,000 – £75,000, negotiable based on experience.
• Company Car or a Generous Car Allowance of £6,000.
• Flexible Hybrid Working: 3 days on‑site/in the office and 2 days working from home.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme.
• Private Family Healthcare.
• Holiday Allowance: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Interviews are being arranged quickly for this priority role.

If you are an experienced QS with strong NEC skills looking to step into a senior position with excellent long‑term prospects, this is the role for you.

To apply, or for a confidential discussion about this exclusive Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please send your CV or contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group today.

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