Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Worle

Senior Quantity Surveyor

South West based | Civil Engineering & Earthworks
Competitive salary + car allowance + benefits
Permanent | Full-time

About the Role

Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor with over five decades of operational excellence, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The business is renowned for delivering large-scale earthworks, quarrying, highways, infrastructure and plant-supported construction projects throughout the South West.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing the commercial performance of major projects from tender through to final account. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, long-standing contractor with strong order books, modern plant resources, and a reputation for stability and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Manage commercial aspects of civil engineering and earthworks projects from procurement to final account

Prepare, negotiate and agree subcontract and client valuations

Undertake cost control, forecasting and financial reporting

Assess, value and negotiate variations and compensation events

Support project teams with commercial advice and risk management

Manage subcontract procurement, payments and contract administration

Ensure compliance with contractual and company procedures

Contribute to continuous improvement of commercial processes

Requirements

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within civil engineering

Strong expertise in NEC and/or JCT forms of contract

Background in earthworks, infrastructure, highways, or heavy civil engineering advantageous

Excellent numeracy, analytical and negotiation skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple live projects

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline preferred

Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

Competitive salary package

Car allowance or company vehicle

Pension and comprehensive benefits

Opportunity to work with a long-established, reputable contractor

Supportive environment with strong career progression pathways

How to Apply

Please send your CV and contact details and we will be in touch for a confidential discussion.

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