Lead Quantity Surveyor. LilyLifestyle

New Senior Quantity Surveyor Position

• Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor (project based)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Location: Weymouth, Dorset
• Salary: up to £75,000 (DOE) + package
• Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch)

A well established national main contractor delivering refurbishment and new build schemes procured through design & build contracts. Projects range from minor £2m schemes up to £20m contracts.

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in main contracting with proven experience in managing the commercial delivery of design and build projects.

Working within the project team based a site, your responsibilities as Senior Quantity Surveyor may include:

• Managing the commercial aspects of projects up to £20 million in value.
• Supporting the pre-construction team in preparing tender documents, contracts and procurement schedules to support driving PCSA activities.
• Full management of accounts, including procurement, placing orders, payments and final accounting.
• Assessing subcontractor progress and budget compliance.
• Undertaking valuations and client variations.
• Producing accurate internal and external financial reports, forecasts and liabilities.
• Supervising, supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Identifying opportunities to maximise value and reduce costs.
• Highlighting risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Advising on contractual claims and disputes throughout the project lifecycle.

• Proven experience as a Lead Quantity Surveyor on projects valued at £10m+.
• Demonstrable expertise in package procurement and management across high‑value, complex scopes.
• Proficiency with JCT contracts.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline or RICS accredited.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, commercially focused mindset with a keen eye for detail and risk.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Comfortable working on your own initiative.

• The opportunity to join a highly stable business and a healthy pipeline of work with repeat clients.
• A competitive salary and package.
• 25 days of holiday per year plus Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
• A welcoming team with a supportive culture and great project teams with exceptional talent and experience.