Senior Surveyor - Cambs

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