Senior Quantity Surveyor

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the delivery team on a major industrial construction project. The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for a key project package, working under a JCT contract within a complex live operational environment.

This is primarily a site-based role, requiring a strong on-site presence to support project delivery, although there may be some flexibility for occasional remote working depending on project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of a major construction package throughout the project lifecycle.
• Administer and manage the project under the terms of the JCT contract.
• Prepare, review and manage valuations, applications for payment and interim accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
• Identify, assess and manage variations, change control and commercial risks.
• Prepare, negotiate and agree final accounts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and commercial performance.
• Produce accurate commercial reports and cost forecasts for senior management.
• Identify commercial opportunities and implement appropriate mitigation strategies where required.
• Liaise closely with project managers, engineers, planners and stakeholders to ensure effective commercial management.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations and industry best practice.
• Proven experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on major construction, industrial, energy, process plant, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience administering JCT contracts.
• Experience managing significant commercial packages from procurement through to final account.
• Excellent cost management, forecasting and financial reporting skills.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using commercial management systems.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Professional membership (RICS or working towards chartership) desirable.

Working Arrangement

This role is predominantly site-based and requires regular attendance to support project delivery. Some flexible working may be available subject to project requirements; however, candidates should expect to spend the majority of their time on site.

What s on Offer?

• Opportunity to work on a major industrial construction project.
• Exposure to a complex, high-value programme of works.
• Collaborative and experienced project team.