Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Reports To

Commercial Manager / Commercial Director

Job Purpose

To manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects, ensuring value for money, cost control, and effective risk management from pre-contract through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project costs from tender stage through to final account
• Prepare and review cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
• Lead procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
• Administer contracts (e.g. JCT / NEC) including variations and change control
• Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and final accounts
• Assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Manage and mentor junior QS staff where required
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and site teams to ensure commercial objectives are met
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and contractual obligations
• Support dispute resolution and commercial negotiations as needed

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC, etc.)
• Excellent cost control, reporting, and forecasting skills
• Commercially aware with strong negotiation ability
• Experience managing subcontractor packages
• Confident communicator with the ability to lead meetings
• Good IT skills (Excel, commercial software, reporting tools)

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management - Desirable