Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Breakthrough Consulting Ltd
  • Tonbridge, Kent
  • 30/01/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Looking for an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and where design, innovation, and collaboration truly come together? Looking for a career to Managing Surveyor/ Commercial Manager?

Baxall Construction is an award-winning, platinum IIP main contractor and one of Kent's most respected businesses with a reputation for innovation and teamwork.

With a staff turnover below 2%, Investors in People Platinum, and 10+ national awards (including Contractor of the Year), this is a business that looks after its people and delivers on its promises.

The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll take ownership of exciting projects up to £20M, working across sectors including education, leisure, commercial, and high-end residential.

You'll:

  • Lead cost management from start to final account
  • Work with the PM and Design team to ensure profitability
  • Oversee procurement, forecasting, and reporting
  • Identify risks, opportunities, and efficiencies
  • Mentor junior surveyors and help shape the commercial team

What You'll Bring

  • Experience with a main contractor on projects £5M-£20M
  • Background in new build and refurbishment
  • Commercial awareness, teamwork, and strong communication
  • A genuine passion for construction and drive to progress

What's on Offer

Market-leading salary (reviewed annually)

Profit share bonus - typically 5-10% of salary (first £3,600 tax-free)

Car allowance + mileage

26.5 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working & life assurance

Fully funded training & chartership (80% of staff are chartered)

Clear career path toward Managing QS/ Commercial Manager

If you want to join a company that values its people as much as its projects we'd love to hear from you.

Breakthrough Consulting is an equal opportunities employer.