Senior Quantity Surveyor – Lead Residential Projects

EA Associates; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction contractor in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for residential projects from pre-contract through to final account. The role involves procurement and commercial management of subcontractors, preparation and negotiation of valuations, and supporting junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary, strong pipeline of work, and clear career progression in a professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Long-term opportunity

Professional working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level.
• Main contractor background, ideally with residential project experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial responsibility for residential projects from pre-contract to final account.
• Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors.
• Preparation and negotiation of valuations, variations, and final accounts.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple workstreams

Education

Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Job description

A growing construction contractor in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for residential projects from pre-contract through to final account. The role involves procurement and commercial management of subcontractors, preparation and negotiation of valuations, and supporting junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary, strong pipeline of work, and clear career progression in a professional environment.