Senior Quantity Surveyor - Lead Commercial & Cost Control

Bespoke Civils Solutions Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bespoke Civils Solutions Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of a major construction and infrastructure project. You will oversee cost control, valuations, contracts and subcontract administration, working closely with the Project Manager and wider team.

The role requires proven senior-level experience in construction/civil engineering, strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage multiple moving parts while delivering on programme objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in construction/civil engineering.
• Strong cost control, forecasting and financial reporting abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication with a proactive, analytical approach.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of projects from start-up through to completion.
• Support tendering and pre-contract activities.
• Manage subcontract procurement and evaluate returns.
• Prepare and manage subcontract packages and bills of quantities.
• Manage applications for payment, valuations and invoicing.
• Manage final accounts, variations, claims and disputes.
• Monitor project costs, resources and financial performance.
• Produce CVR reports and forecasts.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice relating to project programmes.
• Manage subcontract administration including notices, instructions, payments and change control.

Skills

Senior Quantity Surveyor experience

Commercial management

Contract administration

Subcontract procurement

Valuations and payments

Variations and claims

Cost control and forecasting

Financial reporting

Negotiation and communication

Analytical and detail-oriented

Job description

Bespoke Civils Solutions Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of a major construction and infrastructure project. You will oversee cost control, valuations, contracts and subcontract administration, working closely with the Project Manager and wider team.

The role requires proven senior-level experience in construction/civil engineering, strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage multiple moving parts while delivering on programme objectives.