Senior Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor - (Permanent or Freelance - 12 month contract)

Location:

Liverpool

Company:
Leading Main Contractor

Salary: £75,000 + package

Day Rate:
Negotiable

Contract Type:
Permanent or Temporary contract (12 month contract)

The Opportunity

An established and growing main contractor entering an exciting phase of development is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on a large scale Care & Retirement Project in Liverpool.

This role will suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor who wants more than a reporting role — someone who actively manages projects, drives outcomes, and adds value from start to finish. This is a key position within the commercial team, offering genuine influence over project delivery and the opportunity to grow alongside a dynamic business.

This role suits a confident, hands-on Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being involved on site, engaging with subcontractors, and solving problems.

• Full commercial management of live projects from pre-contract through to final account
• Preparation and management of Cost Value Reports, cashflows, and preliminary costs
• Measurement and take-off of quantities, producing detailed schedules of works
• Procurement of subcontract packages, including tendering, pre-let meetings, and finalising orders
• Commercial management of subcontractors, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements
• Administration of JCT Design & Build and NEC contracts
• Management of variations, valuations, final accounts, and contractual notice
• Proactive involvement in programme review and delay management alongside the construction team
• Support site teams with subcontractor management and commercial guidance

• Circa 8-10 years' experience working for a Main Contractor
• Strong Design & Build experience using JCT D&B and NEC contracts
• Proven track record of running your own projects
• Experience delivering projects in the £2m-£10m range
• Strong understanding of Bills of Quantities, drawings, and contract documentation
• Confident managing subcontract procurement and commercial performance
• Ability to lead commercially, not simply report
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach