Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Windsor, Berkshire, SL4
Sector: Building & Construction
Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team and play a key role in the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working for a leading main contractor, you will take commercial responsibility for one or more projects, ensuring cost control, value optimisation, and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full commercial responsibility for assigned projects
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and cash flows
• Procure subcontract packages, including preparation of tender documentation, tender analysis, and contract award
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Prepare and submit interim valuations, payment applications, and cost reports
• Manage change control, variations, and claims in line with contractual requirements
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, and design teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and contract conditions (e.g. JCT / NEC)
• Assist in mentoring and supporting junior members of the commercial team

Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Minimum 7-10 years experience in a Quantity Surveying role with a main contractor
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (JCT / NEC preferred)
• Proven experience managing subcontract packages and final accounts
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Proficient in relevant commercial and cost management software

Desirable

• Degree Qualified - ideally in Quantity Surveying.
• Experience across multiple sectors (commercial, residential, healthcare, retail & leisure).
• Experience leading or mentoring junior Quantity Surveyors

What is on offer:

• Salary up to £85k Per Annum
• Car allowance / company vehicle
• Pension scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and challenging projects