Senior Quantity Surveyor

RTL Group are supporting a major tier 1 contractor in their search for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a UK Infrastructure business.

This role carries full commercial responsibility for the successful delivery of a major project, working closely with the Contracts Manager, Project Manager and wider construction team. The successful candidate will drive commercial performance, manage risk, and maximise project returns while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and integrate the project commercial strategy, adapting it as the project develops

* Work collaboratively with the project and construction teams, providing commercial influence and challenge where required

* Take full ownership of commercial and contractual matters, acting as the commercial representative for the business

* Prepare tenders, analyse submissions, select appropriate subcontractors and finalise subcontract orders

* Commercially manage projects through to Final Account completion

* Prepare, submit and agree interim valuations, including certification and invoicing

* Regularly update projected Final Accounts and ensure timely submission and agreement of Final Accounts

* Take responsibility for the control and administration of traditional contracts and large-scale contracts in excess of £15m

* Manage the recording, preparation and submission of claims relating to delay, disruption and loss/expense

* Develop detailed and robust commercial arguments and represent the business in negotiations and discussions with relevant parties

Key Requirements

* Strong experience in NEC contract administration

* Sound legal and contractual knowledge

* Ongoing CPD with awareness of current legislation and industry trends

* Excellent understanding of CVRs and commercial reporting

* Strong presentation, communication and negotiation skills

* Ability to manage people and situations sensitively while achieving commercial advantage

* Commercially astute, proactive and innovative in approach

If this sounds of interest please apply and one of our team will be in touch