17 senior construction project manager jobs found

Job Title: Senior Construction Project Manager Location: London (2 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 31/12/26 Daily Rate: £700/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC The Role: This person would be the senior project manager for a high profile project in the built environment sector taking place in London and would have the technical and scheduling knowledge to manage the contractors delivery teams and designer. Job Responsibilities: Lead construction delivery. Hold the contractor to account on scheduling and cost. Risk Management & Mitigation. Identify potential project roadblocks such as permit delays or budget overruns and implement strategies to keep the project on track. Primary Liaison. Act as the main point of contact between the owner/developer and the design team (Architects/Engineers). Coordination between professional services, contractor, key stakeholders & internal stakeholders. Regular reporting...

Senior Project Manager - Construction (SC Cleared) Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week) Rate: Up to 700 per day (Inside IR35) Contract Type: Contract We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile construction project. This role requires strong leadership, commercial oversight, and stakeholder management, with a focus on ensuring successful project execution within time, cost, and quality constraints. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end construction project delivery. Hold contractors accountable for programme, cost, and performance. Proactively manage risk identification and mitigation, including delays, cost overruns, and permitting challenges. Act as the primary liaison between the client/developer and the design team (Architects & Engineers). Coordinate across professional services, contractors, internal teams, and key stakeholders. Deliver regular progress reporting to senior leadership...

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role on a flagship residential development, in Poole. This is a multi- million scheme delivering 360 high-quality apartments over a 3-year programme. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for the project, ensuring robust cost control, value management, and financial reporting throughout the lifecycle of the development. This is a key role requiring strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex project demands. Key Responsibilities Take full commercial ownership of the Barclays House project from pre-construction through to final account Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts Lead procurement activities, including subcontractor selection, negotiation, and appointment Administer contracts in accordance with agreed terms (e.g., JCT/NEC) Monitor and report on project financial...

Our client is one of the UK's leading infrastructure specialists and Main Contractors, delivering projects and frameworks across the UK. They have an immediate need for a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor with extensive water industry experience. As a key member of the team reporting into the Commercial Manager, you will liaise with the client commercial team and representatives, subcontractors and other third parties on commercial issues including leading on cost and contract management, subcontract procurement and management, agreement of variations, producing accurate and timely forecasts and reports. Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Prepare, monitor, and report cost plans, forecasts, CVRs, cash flow, and final account settlements. Manage valuation submissions, applications for payment, and proactively monitor cash flow Oversee subcontract procurement processes - from tendering to contract negotiation and administration. Identify,...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Dorset Long-term exciting apartment project Lead a commercial team working on a construction management contract New project with experienced developer and long-term client Can work fixed-term or outside IR35 The project is a 300+ unit development consisting of apartments and leisure facilities. You will lead the on-site commercial operations working closely with the client team with support from a visiting Commercial Manager. The project is a nine-storey building and the work is predominately internal alteration works with the existing structure being maintained. For more information please do not hesitate to make contact as shortlisting will commence immediately. This is a major commercial-to-residential conversion across multiple phases,you will take full commercial ownership of the project on site, taking responsibility for its commercial outcomes working closely with the partnered developer from start to finish. Please call...

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the Southeast's fastest growing civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure contractors, offering their clients a one-stop-shop to design, build and maintain their projects and infrastructure, through their own in-house expertise and workforce. Due to new sector and project wins, they have an immediate need for a Quantity Surveyor to join their established and growing head office commercial team. Specialising in the delivery of enabling and civil engineering works to the infrastructure and construction sectors, they are looking for the ideal candidate to have strong self-delivery project experience. Freelance Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing your own projects and packages of work. Day to day commercial administration of the projects &/or packages under NEC. Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and...

Enable Resourcing are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a leading Civil Engineering and Earthworks contractor operating throughout the UK. The company deliver projects between 100,000 and 60 million for public and private sector clients across diverse industries. Alongside our core construction services, we have a growing waste management business expanding across the Southwest and Wales. The Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team, based in the Southeast. This role will be primarily site based, but there is the possibility to use the office based up to 3 days a week when not visiting sites. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the effective management of project finances and commercial risks while supporting the delivery of high-quality civil engineering projects. Responsibilities: Lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Manage variations,...

Overview We are working with a leading drylining subcontractor delivering a £3m package of works, including the installation of Siniat walling/partition systems and Ecophon ceiling systems. They are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for the project from pre-construction through to final account. Key Responsibilities Manage all commercial aspects of the drylining package to ensure profitability and cost control Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations with the main contractor Monitor project costs and produce accurate cost reports and forecasts Identify, price, and negotiate variations and change events Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and final accounts Administer contract conditions and ensure compliance with relevant forms (e.g. JCT) Manage risk and identify commercial opportunities Prepare and agree final accounts in a timely manner Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Team, and client...

Quantity Surveryor Location: Glasgow Contract Type: Contract until Decmeber 2026 Start Date: ASAP Hours: 37.5 hours per week Company Overview A leading global engineering, infrastructure and project management organisation delivering large scale, complex programmes across transportation, construction and the built environment. The business supports nationally significant infrastructure schemes through integrated planning, commercial and delivery services, working collaboratively with public and private sector stakeholders to achieve long term social and economic value. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Commercial Manager with the administration, tracking, and reporting of commercial activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective cost management across all project phases. Key Responsibilities Compensation Events (CEs) & Change Management Prepare, draft, and maintain Compensation Event quotations, narratives, and...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor on a 9-month contract for its site in West Midlands. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts , including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages. Demonstrate a strong understanding of Building Services systems...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Construction Schemes We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a growing portfolio of construction projects across the Teesside region. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic team delivering a mix of commercial, residential, and infrastructure schemes. Role Overview You will be responsible for managing all cost-related aspects of multiple projects, ensuring financial efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. The role requires a proactive individual who can operate independently and manage competing priorities across several live sites. Key Responsibilities Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointment Monitor project costs and cash flow, providing regular financial reports Conduct valuations, variations, and final accounts Ensure projects are delivered within...

Long O Donnell Associates is continually recognised as a world class consultant providing engineering, project and programme management and commercial solutions, to our clients within the energy, infrastructure, and Governmental sectors. About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to start immediately within our Commercial Team based within the gas networks sector. The successful applicant will form part of a close-knit, dynamic team and will support the business in maximising commercial value, reducing risk and delivering key outputs and targets. The Quantity Surveyor role is responsible for a portfolio of projects, providing pre- and post-contract commercial management across the project lifecycle, as outlined in the Key Responsibilities section below. The Quantity Surveyor role will be full time and will involve a mixture of home and office working as well as site specific working as needed. Any required office working shall be from our...

Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC contract administration experience required of either a long term (outside IR35) or permanent opportunity in East London. This position will see you work on a major construction programme that is in the civil engineering phases including enabling, utilities (power, water & telecoms) works. Key Responsibilities: Managing post-contract applications and valuations for civils projects Ensuring compliance with NEC contracts and project specifications Overseeing financial reporting, forecasting, and cost control Collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders Conducting regular site visits, with an on-site presence required three days a week Managing variations, claims, and contract administration Ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and payment processing Providing risk management and mitigation strategies for utilities projects Job Requirements: Extensive experience in Quantity Surveying within a...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Sizewell C (On-Site, Saxmundham - 5 Days per Week) Location: Saxmundham, Suffolk Working Pattern: Full-time, site-based (5 days per week) Morson Edge is proud to be supporting a major delivery partner on one of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure projects - Sizewell C. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the Geotechnical Sub-Alliance (GSA), a critical workstream responsible for enabling the main construction phase through specialist ground engineering techniques. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key commercial role within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary alliance environment, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of complex civil engineering works including piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing, and grouting. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will act as a key member of the commercial team on site in Saxmundham, taking ownership of core commercial activities while...

About the Role We are currently seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a range of commercial construction projects based in Newbury, West Berkshire. This opportunity is ideal for a reliable and proactive individual looking to develop or expand their experience within a fast-paced commercial environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with cost estimation, budgeting, and financial reporting across projects Support the preparation of tender documents, contracts, and valuations Monitor project costs and track variations Help manage subcontractor accounts and payments Liaise with project managers, site teams, and suppliers to ensure financial efficiency Assist in ensuring projects are delivered within budget and to agreed timelines Requirements Some experience or academic background in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred but not essential) Basic understanding of construction contracts and cost control Strong numerical and...

About the Role We are currently seeking a Freelance Building Surveyor to support a range of commercial construction projects based in Newbury, West Berkshire. This role is well suited to a motivated and reliable individual looking to gain or build on practical experience within the commercial sector, while contributing to ongoing project delivery. Key Responsibilities Assist with building surveys, site inspections, and condition reports Support the preparation of basic specifications and schedules of work Identify and report on property defects and maintenance requirements Monitor site activities to ensure work is progressing in line with plans and standards Liaise with site teams, contractors, and project stakeholders as required Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations Requirements Some experience or academic background in Building Surveying or a related field (preferred but not essential) Basic understanding of UK building regulations and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water Location: Beckton, East London (Flexible Hybrid) Work Type: Contract Join a leading UK infrastructure and water-sector delivery partner within their Commercial team. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you ll play a key role in major projects while leading commercial management, cost control, and contractual oversight across assigned works. Key Responsibilities Manage quantity surveying duties across projects and work packages. Liaise with design, construction, and supply chain teams to capture, analyse, and manage costs. Work collaboratively with the client to ensure commercial and project requirements are met. Oversee the main contract, ensuring all contractual notices and correspondence are identified and issued correctly. Prepare and issue subcontract documentation. Support in managing and monitoring subcontractor performance. Prepare and agree applications for payment. Produce accurate project cost and...