Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client, a leading Civil Engineering and Infrastructure specialist, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Manchester.

Responsibilities of Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Deliver accurate cost, value, and cash flow reporting to support project and business unit forecasting
• Manage project costs, forecasting, and monthly CVR and commercial reporting
• Prepare and manage applications for payment, cash flow forecasts, and final accounts
• Procure, negotiate, and commercially manage subcontractors and supply chain agreements
• Administer and manage main contracts and subcontracts (including NEC and IChemE forms)
• Lead commercial discussions on variations, claims, and contractual changes
• Identify and realise commercial opportunities while managing and mitigating commercial risk
• Support governance, compliance, and internal commercial reporting requirements
• Work collaboratively with project and delivery teams to achieve commercial and financial targets
• Share best practice and provide commercial support to site teams

Experience Required for Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Previous experience in the construction industry
• Familiarity with IChemE/ NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law
• Previous experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations
• Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting and cost analysis.
• Excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines

Desirable:

• Member of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards
• CSCS card
• HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in estimation
• Experience working for a direct delivery contractor
• An engaging communicator with problem-solving skills