Senior QS

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Duration:
Long term

Industry: Civil Engineering – Groundworks – Residential

Contract Type:
Freelance or Permanent

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic team specialising in civil engineering groundworks within the residential sector. The successful candidate will take full commercial responsibility for groundworks packages, managing all aspects from procurement through to final account. This role requires strong contract administration skills, cost control, and commercial management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

You will work closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to monitor costs, prepare valuations, manage variations, and mitigate commercial risks. The role demands a proactive approach to identifying commercial opportunities and resolving contractual issues, ensuring compliance with contract terms and industry best practices. Leadership and mentoring of junior commercial staff will also be a key part of the role.

This position is ideal for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a solid background in civil engineering groundworks, who is confident managing multi-million-pound packages and subcontractor relationships within residential developments.

Skills:

• Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engine...