Senior Quantity Surveyor

We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support our project construction team by leading and advising on all commercial matters. You will work closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager, and Finance & Procurement teams, ensuring all 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 works completed on-site, ensuring accuracy and transparency.

• Prepare and agree monthly payment applications with clients.

• Assist in tender preparation, cost planning, and bid support.

• Track design changes and ensure all variations are captured and agreed.

• Assess subcontractor applications and monitor their performance.

• Review and report progress against the works programme.

• Maintain budgetary control and prepare cost-to-completion forecasts.

• Issue and manage Early Warning Notices (EWNs) in line with contract requirements.

• Support Project Managers with contractual and commercial advice.

• 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 field.

• 10+ years' experience in a similar role within Utilities, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, or M&E industries.

• Strong commercial acumen and numerical analysis skills.

• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

• Sound understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC).

• Flexibility to travel to project sites as required.