Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Dry Lining (Temporary)

Location:

Oldham Rate: £275-£350 per day, dependent on experience Job Type: Temporary / Contract About the Company Our client is an established specialist interiors contractor operating across the dry lining and wider interior fit-out sector. The business delivers specialist packages across a range of construction projects, with a focus on quality, commercial performance and effective project delivery. Due to ongoing project requirements, the company is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on a temporary basis to support the commercial management of its dry lining projects.

The Role The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of dry lining packages, ensuring costs are controlled, valuations are submitted accurately, variations are recovered and final accounts are agreed. Working closely with project managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors, you will play a key role in protecting project margins and maintaining strong commercial control throughout the contract lifecycle.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who can work autonomously, manage competing priorities and make an immediate contribution within a specialist subcontracting environment.

Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial aspects of dry lining packages from contract award through to final account. Prepare, submit and agree applications for payment and interim valuations. Identify, price and negotiate variations and additional works. Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and cash flow. Prepare cost/value reports and provide accurate commercial updates. Manage subcontractor accounts, payments and final accounts. Review contract terms and ensure commercial obligations are met.

Maintain accurate records of site instructions, variations and contractual correspondence. Liaise with operational teams to ensure completed works and additional costs are captured. Identify commercial risks and opportunities to protect project profitability. Negotiate final accounts with clients and supply chain partners. Resolve commercial issues and minimise outstanding liabilities. Requirements Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Quantity Surveyor within construction.

Strong background in dry lining, partitions, ceilings or specialist interiors. Excellent post-contract commercial management experience. Strong knowledge of valuations, variations, applications for payment and final accounts. Commercially aware, with a focus on cost control and margin protection. Confident negotiating with clients, subcontractors and suppliers. Strong communication, organisation and reporting skills. Ability to manage multiple packages and work independently. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting.

What's on Offer £275-£350 per day , depending on experience. Temporary contract opportunity with an established specialist contractor. Commercial responsibility across dry lining projects. Opportunity to make an immediate impact on project performance. Apply If you're interested in this temporary opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM