Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • 10/07/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Your new companyYou will be joining an award-winning and multi-sector civil engineering contractor based in Leicester with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the Midlands region. This multi-accredited and agile contractor operates across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success and a strong pipeline of work, they are actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicester office with hybrid and flexible working.

Your new roleAs Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to final account.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing project costs, budgets, forecasts and financial reporting
  • Administering NEC form of contract
  • Preparing and submitting applications for payment and managing cash flow
  • Identifying, pricing and negotiating compensation events, variations and change control
  • Procuring subcontractors and managing subcontract accounts
  • Preparing interim valuations and agreeing final accounts
  • Monitoring project performance and identifying opportunities to improve commercial outcomes
  • Providing commercial support and guidance to project delivery teams
  • Managing project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders
  • Supporting and mentoring junior commercial team members where appropriate
  • Contributing to the successful delivery of multi-sector schemes.

What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you must bring:

  • Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
  • Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils, working with NEC form of contract
  • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
  • Experience managing subcontractors, commercial risk and project cashflow
  • Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:

  • Starting salary up to £70,000 per annum
  • Company car or car allowance (up to £6,500 per annum)
  • 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Bonus scheme
  • Fuel card
  • Company pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
  • Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
  • Opportunity to advance your career with a highly respected and well-established civil engineering contractor and more.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Please note: VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

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