Senior Quantity Surveyor

Salary
: £46,142–£51,356 per annum | Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week | Preston, County Hall/Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Construction & Programming Team within Property Service.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the quantity surveying function across a portfolio of construction projects that support communities throughout Lancashire, contributing to a £50m+ capital programme that includes schools, libraries, museums, residential care facilities, office accommodation and other public buildings.

Working within a multidisciplinary Property Service alongside Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Building Surveyors, CDM professionals and external partners, you will help deliver high‑quality construction projects through partnering frameworks and competitive tendering arrangements.

• Lead the quantity surveying discipline across multiple construction projects from inception through to completion
• Manage project costs, budgets, procurement and financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets
• Provide professional quantity surveying advice and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee contract administration activities and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and procedures
• Support the procurement and delivery of projects through partnering frameworks and competitive tendering processes
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including Architects, Engineers, Building Surveyors and Project Managers
• Engage confidently with clients, contractors and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes
• Monitor project performance, identify risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures
• Challenge existing practices and contribute to continuous improvement across the service
• Deliver projects that provide social value and support Lancashire County Council's strategic objectives

• Holds a recognised Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent professional experience
• Has substantial experience delivering construction projects within a quantity surveying role
• Demonstrates strong project leadership and organisational skills
• Has experience managing project budgets, costs and procurement activities
• Can provide clear and authoritative professional advice at all levels
• Possesses excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Works effectively within multidisciplinary teams and collaborative environments
• Can manage multiple priorities whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail
• Understands contract administration and construction industry best practice
• Is committed to delivering excellent outcomes for clients and communities

• A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• 26 days annual leave (increasing with service length), 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and option to buy additional leave each year
• Staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, offering discounts across UK retailers
• Access to development and career opportunities

09/08/2026