Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing and innovative construction business delivering high-quality residential developments through modern methods of construction.
This role offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of affordable housing, mixed-use and sustainable development projects, helping to address some of the UK''s most pressing housing challenges.
You will play a key role in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with operational teams, designers, planners, manufacturers and clients to ensure successful project delivery.

The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial performance of multiple projects, providing strategic and operational support across the project lifecycle.

You will be responsible for cost management, procurement, subcontractor administration, forecasting, risk management and client reporting while helping drive commercial best practice throughout the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of projects from inception through to completion
• Preparation, monitoring and reporting of project budgets and forecasts
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
• Administration of subcontractor agreements and payment processes
• Valuation of completed works and preparation of client applications
• Management of variations, compensation events and contractual claims
• Preparation and agreement of final accounts
• Identification and mitigation of commercial risks and opportunities
• Support project delivery teams with commercial and contractual advice
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and cash flow forecasts
• Develop strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
• Mentor and support junior commercial team members

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent cost planning and budget management skills
• Strong commercial awareness and contractual knowledge
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Full UK driving licence

• Experience within residential development, affordable housing or mixed-use projects
• Knowledge of offsite construction, modular building or MMC environments
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• MRICS or working towards professional accreditation
• Experience working with public sector or housing association clients

• Salary of £70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus scheme
• Company pension
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Professional memberships paid
• Ongoing training and career development
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Genuine opportunity for progression into Commercial Manager level positions
• The opportunity to work on innovative, sustainable construction projects