Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly reputable Main Contractor with a strong presence across the South East. With an annual turnover of approximately -30 million and delivery of around 12 projects per year, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and repeat client relationships.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Haywards Heath-based team.

Projects typically range in value between -4m - -7m and span a diverse mix of sectors including:

• Education

• Commercial & Industrial

• Residential

• Community & Leisure

• Groundworks & Infrastructure

This level of turnover and project volume provides genuine variety, autonomy, and long-term career stability within a structured but agile contractor environment.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will be a key figure in ensuring financial performance, managing risk, and driving commercial success across multiple schemes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full commercial management of projects (-4m7m)

• Cost planning and budget control

• Procurement and subcontractor management

• Contract administration (JCT experience essential)

• Valuations, variations, and final accounts

• Risk management and cost reporting

• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff

• Liaising with clients, consultants, and internal teams

This is a role offering genuine ownership and the opportunity to influence commercial strategy across projects.

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Around 10 years'' experience within a main contractor environment

• A career path that demonstrates progression from Assistant / Intermediate QS to Senior QS

• Strong knowledge of JCT forms of contract

• Experience across multiple sectors (education, commercial, residential, groundworks etc. desirable)

• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills

• The ability to manage projects independently

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

This role would suit a commercially driven Senior QS who has worked their way up through the ranks and is confident taking full ownership of schemes within a -30m turnover business.

What''s on Offer

• -70,000 - -80,000 salary (DOE)

• Car allowance / company vehicle

• Pension contribution

• Generous holiday allowance

• Stable, long-term pipeline of work

• Genuine career progression within a growing and secure contractor

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