Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Quantity Surveyor

Civil Engineering

Southwest

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Marine & Civil Engineering

A leading marine and civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of marine, coastal, harbour, and infrastructure projects across the UK.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual aspects of complex marine and civil engineering schemes, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.

• Managing the commercial performance of multiple marine and infrastructure projects
• Preparing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Administering subcontractor packages and procurement processes
• Producing accurate financial reporting and forecasts
• Managing NEC and/or JCT contracts
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial success
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within marine, civil engineering, infrastructure, or heavy construction sectors
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts
• Experience managing complex infrastructure or marine-based projects desirable
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities
• Ability to work independently and lead commercial activities across projects
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline preferred
• Professional membership (RICS/CICES or similar) advantageous

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business
  
  Opportunity to work on specialist marine and coastal engineering projects
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

The employer is a respected specialist contractor operating within the marine and civil engineering sector, delivering complex infrastructure solutions with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and technical expertise.