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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job in Telford, Shropshire, TF3, England, UK
Listing for: Hays
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-03
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Procurement / Purchasing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Reference: 4811757

Job d:
Closing date:

Location:

Telford Salary:
Up to 70k/annum (Negotiable DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package (per annum)
Job type:
Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Construction / Water Company:
Hays Consultant:
James Mayfield-Potter Hays office:
Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone:
Email: james.mayfield-potter

Your new company

You will be joining a well-established and highly respected contractor based in Telford operating within the water industry. This multi-accredited and agile contractor is appointed on multiple major water frameworks, including Severn Trent Water, and offers a strong pipeline of AMP8 projects as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Telford office with hybrid working and flexible working.

Working hours:

9am – 5pmYour new role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for cost management, contractual support and commercial control across a portfolio of water and wastewater projects. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will work closely with operational teams, clients and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget.

Key responsibilities will include:

Ensuring robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting throughout the project lifecycle

Managing detailed cost forecasting, earned value analysis and commercial reporting

Maintaining Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial plans

Preparing and submitting applications for payment

Managing subcontract procurement, negotiations, financial administration and performance

Liaising with clients and key stakeholders regarding variations, compensation events, claims and additional payments

Supporting cash flow management and ensuring commercial targets are achieved

Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners and internal teams

Driving continuous improvement and sharing commercial best practice across project teams

Supporting multiple projects across various sites as required.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must bring:

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent

Minimum 5 years’ experience quantity surveying within heavy civils, ideally the water sector

Experience of subcontract procurement, commercial management and financial control

Strong working knowledge of NEC form of contract

Excellent negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills

Full UK driving licence and willingness to commute to sites as and when required.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to 70,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Company car or car allowance

Minimum 25 days’ annual leave (option to buy 5 extra days)
Hybrid and flexible working

Private healthcare

Life assurance 5% employer pension contribution

Retail discounts

Fuel card

Free gym membership

Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Clear pathways for professional development and career progression

Opportunity to advance your career with a high-profile contractor and more.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Please note:

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. #4811757 - James Mayfield-Potter
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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