Senior Quantity Surveyor

A well-established Groundworks & Civil Engineering contractor is looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team.

With a strong reputation for delivering residential infrastructure, roads & sewers, earthworks and groundworks packages, the business continues to secure repeat work and long-term partnerships, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to play a key role in its ongoing growth.

This is a hybrid role, combining office-based commercial management with regular visits to live projects across Yorkshire.

The Opportunity

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of several projects from pre-start through to final account.

Working closely with the Commercial Manager, Contracts Managers and operational teams, you will be expected to take ownership of project performance, manage commercial risk and help maximise profitability across your portfolio.

The role would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a more senior position or an established Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking a new challenge within a growing and supportive business.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of multiple groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Preparation and submission of applications for payment.
• Production of monthly CVRs and cost forecasts.
• Management of project cash flow and profitability.
• Pricing, negotiating and agreeing variations.
• Procurement and management of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assessment and agreement of subcontractor accounts.
• Preparation and negotiation of final accounts.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Attending client, commercial and site progress meetings.
• Carrying out regular site visits to monitor progress and support project teams.
• Working closely with Contracts Managers and Site Managers to ensure commercial and operational objectives are aligned.
• Providing support and guidance to junior members of the commercial team where required.

The Person

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong understanding of commercial management within construction.

You will be comfortable managing your own projects, building relationships with clients and operational teams, and taking ownership of commercial performance from start to finish.

Ideally You Will Have:

• Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.
• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Residential infrastructure and housing development projects.
• Roads & Sewers, drainage, earthworks and groundworks packages.
• Degree, HNC or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.

What's On Offer?

• £70,000 - £80,000 Basic Salary
• Car Allowance
• Performance-Related Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and expanding contractor where you'll have genuine autonomy, exposure to a variety of projects and the opportunity to play a significant role in the continued growth of the commercial team.

If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you.