Senior Qunatity Surveyor

RG Setsquare; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial matters, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and to high standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, a degree in Quantity Surveying, and strong commercial acumen. This role offers an opportunity to impact key construction projects and work alongside diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in a similar role within Utilities, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, or M&E.
• Strong understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.
• Negotiate and prepare contractual variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare and agree monthly payment applications with clients.
• Maintain budgetary control and prepare cost-to-completion forecasts.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Numerical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor 🌟

Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge? Have you delivered construction or complex utility projects and excel in fast-paced environments? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic project construction team. In this key role, you will lead and advise on all commercial matters, working closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager, and Finance & Procurement teams to ensure our projects are delivered profitably, contractually compliant, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.
• Negotiate and prepare contractual variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Measure and value completed works, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Prepare and agree monthly payment applications with clients.
• Assist with tender preparation, cost planning, and bid support.
• Track design changes and ensure all variations are captured and agreed.
• Assess subcontractor applications and monitor subcontract performance.
• Review and report progress against project programmes.
• Maintain budgetary control and prepare cost-to-completion forecasts.
• Issue and manage Early Warning Notices (EWNs) in line with contract requirements.
• Provide contractual and commercial advice to Project Managers.
• Liaise with the Legal team to prepare and review sub-contracts.

What We're Looking For

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years' experience in a similar role within Utilities, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, or M&E.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
• Strong understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
• Flexibility to travel to project sites as required.

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