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Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil & Structural Works

Location: London (HQ: Waterloo)

Package Includes: Bonus
· Car Allowance
· Pension
· Private Healthcare
· 26 Days Holiday
· Additional Benefits

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist contractor with a strong track record in delivering technically complex projects across ground engineering, specialist piling, bridge works, and concrete repair schemes. This is a London-based role with projects across the South East and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial delivery of multiple civil engineering packages from tender to final account
• Prepare accurate cost plans, budgets, and financial reports for both internal and client use
• Oversee procurement and tendering activities, ensuring value for money and programme compliance
• Administer contracts, including management of change, variations, and final accounts
• Support the delivery teams on commercial and contractual issues, including risk mitigation
• Produce robust claims documentation and support in negotiations when needed
• Prepare subcontractor documentation and analyse tender returns, making award recommendations
• Supervise and guide junior QS staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Support commercial forecasting and reporting including income, liabilities, and cash flows

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar construction-related qualification
• 8+ years’ experience in civil engineering or infrastructure projects, ideally involving groundworks, structures, and/or specialist works
• Commercially astute with deep understanding of contract management and procurement strategy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all levels
• Member of a professional body (RICS or equivalent) preferred

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Civil Engineering, Construction, and Building Construction

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