Senior Quantity Surveyor

OCS are currently working with a highly respected construction business that has been established for over 30 years and has built an excellent reputation across the groundworks, civil engineering and reinforced concrete frame sectors.

With a strong pipeline of secured projects and continued expansion, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of projects and play a key role in their continued growth.


The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for your projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with the operational and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully and profitably.

• Managing the commercial performance of projects from start through to completion
• Subcontract procurement, tendering and negotiation
• Cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications and payment notices
• Managing variations, change control and contractual notices
• Subcontractor account management
• Reviewing project costs and identifying commercial opportunities
• Cost/value reconciliation and monthly reporting
• Supporting project teams with commercial and contractual advice
• Final accounts and commercial close-out
• Working closely with senior management on project strategy and commercial performance
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the commercial team

Ideally, you will have:

• Significant Quantity Surveying experience within groundworks, RC frame, civil engineering or concrete frame
• Strong subcontractor and procurement experience
• Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge
• Experience managing projects from procurement through to final account
• The ability to take ownership of multiple commercial packages
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• A commercially focused and proactive approach
• Experience working alongside operational and project teams
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent experience

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a business with a strong order book and multiple schemes secured.
• You will be joining an established company with a strong track record across major construction projects, while having the opportunity to take genuine ownership of your commercial responsibilities and work closely with senior management.