Senior Surveyor - Cambs

Skilled Careers; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cambridge to manage high-value education projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive QS experience and a strong commercial acumen. This role offers a salary of up to £90,000 plus a comprehensive package, including a car allowance and career progression opportunities. Join a supportive team known for delivering complex educational schemes with excellence and integrity.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

Car allowance

Long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large-value education projects.
• Familiarity with DfE frameworks is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for education projects.
• Manage all commercial aspects from pre-construction to final account.
• Lead procurement strategies and oversee subcontractor packages.
• Prepare cost plans, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with DfE frameworks and contractual requirements.
• Maintain client and supply chain relationships.
• Mentor junior commercial team members.

Skills

Extensive experience as a QS/SQS

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent analytical and negotiation skills

Confident communicator

Highly organised

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Cambridgeshire

Salary: Up to £90,000 + Package

Sector: Education / DfE Schemes

Employer: Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor

A prestigious Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its established team in Cambridgeshire, delivering major DfE (Department for Education) schemes across the region. This is a standout opportunity for a commercially driven QS with a strong track record in education or public‑sector new build projects.

The Role

You will take full commercial responsibility for large‑value education projects, ensuring robust financial management throughout the lifecycle of each scheme. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all commercial aspects from pre‑construction through to final account
• Leading procurement strategies and overseeing subcontractor packages
• Preparing cost plans, forecasts, valuations, and detailed financial reports
• Ensuring compliance with DfE frameworks, processes, and contractual requirements
• Working closely with operational teams to support successful project delivery
• Building and maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior commercial team members

About You

• Extensive experience as a QS/SQS within a main contracting environment
• Background in education projects or DfE frameworks is highly advantageous
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and negotiation skills
• Confident communicator capable of influencing at all levels
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Committed to high standards of delivery, accuracy, and integrity

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive package, including car allowance and additional benefits
• Opportunity to work on high‑value, complex education schemes
• Long‑term career progression within a top‑tier contractor
• A supportive, forward‑thinking team with an excellent reputation in the region