Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client is a well-established and highly respected North West construction contractor delivering a diverse range of projects across commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, residential, refurbishment and public sector markets. Due to continued growth and a strong order book, we are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our commercial team based at our Wigan headquarters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to play a key role within a successful and expanding contractor, working closely with directors and senior management on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, Estimators and Directors, you will ensure projects are delivered profitably whilst maintaining strong client and subcontractor relationships.

The successful candidate will be a key member of the commercial team, providing strategic commercial support and mentoring junior surveyors where required.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

Full commercial management of construction projects from inception through to completion.

Preparation, submission and agreement of interim valuations.

Management of project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting.

Production of accurate monthly CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations).

Monitoring project performance and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.

Preparation and management of cash flow forecasts.

Procurement & Subcontract Management

• Procurement of subcontract packages.
• Preparation and negotiation of subcontract agreements.
• Assessment and certification of subcontractor applications.
• Management of subcontractor variations and final accounts.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with supply chain partners.

Contract Administration

Administration of JCT contracts.

Management and valuation of variations.

Preparation and submission of compensation events where applicable.

Management of contractual correspondence and notices.

Support in dispute avoidance and resolution.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Regular reporting to Commercial Director and Senior Management Team.
• Attendance at project progress meetings.
• Liaison with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Provision of commercial advice to operational teams.
• Identification and mitigation of commercial risks.

Leadership

Mentoring and supporting Assistant and Intermediate Quantity Surveyors.

Sharing best practice across the commercial team.

Assisting in the development of commercial processes and procedures.

Project values are typically between 500k and 15m.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 8 years' Quantity Surveying experience.
• Previous experience working for a Main Contractor.
• Strong knowledge of JCT forms of contract.
• Proven experience managing projects independently.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of cost reporting and CVRs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.

Membership of RICS or working towards chartership.

Experience working on North West construction projects.

Knowledge of NEC contracts.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a successful and expanding construction business where you can genuinely influence project success and company growth, we would like to hear from you.