Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a highways / civil engineering client.
Job Type:  Full-time, permanent

Location:

West London, City of London OR Kent, with occasional travel to other sites
Salary:  Competitive
Sector:  Highways maintenance / civil engineering
We are seeking a  Senior Quantity Surveyor  to join an established team supporting a highways contract. This  Senior Quantity Surveyor  position will play a leading commercial role across planned and reactive maintenance works, helping to drive profitability, manage risk and support successful long-term contract delivery. The successful  Senior Quantity Surveyor  will work closely with operational teams, senior management and clients, while also providing guidance to junior commercial team members where required.
Day to day of the role
Lead the commercial management of planned and reactive highway maintenance works across the contract lifecycle
Take ownership of CVRs, forecasts and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to senior management
Prepare and review cost estimates, valuations and applications for payment from task orders, programmes and project drawings
Manage NEC contract administration, including early warnings, compensation events, change control and contractual notices
Monitor contract performance, identifying commercial risks, opportunities and cost-saving initiatives
Provide strategic commercial advice to operational teams to support informed decision-making and maximise value
Oversee subcontractor accounts, procurement support, valuations and final accounts where applicable
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to support contract success
Support the development of junior surveyors and contribute to continuous improvement across commercial processes
Required skills & qualifications
Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Significant experience in a senior commercial role within highways maintenance, civil engineering or infrastructure
Strong working knowledge of  NEC3 Term Service Contracts , with experience administering complex contract matters
Proven experience producing CVRs, managing contract finances and leading commercial reporting
Ability to identify, assess and manage commercial risk across high-volume maintenance or infrastructure works
Strong understanding of valuations, change management, cost control and final accounts
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Experience supporting or mentoring junior commercial staff would be advantageous
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Benefits
Permanent opportunity within an established and growing commercial team
Senior-level involvement in a high-profile highways maintenance contract
Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and contract performance
Varied workload across planned and reactive maintenance projects
Exposure to key client relationships and senior decision-making
Opportunity to support and develop less experienced team members

How to apply

To apply for this  Senior Quantity Surveyor  position, please submit your  CV and cover letter  outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.