Our Client, a well-established construction business founded in 2003, recognised across the UK for our solutions-led advice, innovative design work, and the delivery of quality building projects. With a focus on commercial, industrial, retail, leisure and healthcare sectors, they take projects from concept to completion. Services include full design and build, interior fit-outs, complex civil engineering works, value engineering, inception budget cost advice, procurement, and delivering projects on time and on budget.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a permanent basis. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality projects across multiple sectors, supporting our goal of excellence, innovation and working in partnership with clients and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans at inception, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
Manage cost control across the project lifecycle – monitor expenditure, measure variations, and report on budget status.
Undertake procurement of subcontractors and materials, negotiate contracts, and ensure value for money.
Carry out risk assessments and advise on mitigation.
Collaborate with design, project management, and site teams to ensure cost-efficient and cost-effective design solutions (value engineering).
Prepare interim and final valuations and ensure payments are managed and processed correctly.
Maintain thorough documentation and communication with all stakeholders (clients, contractors, consultants).
Support and mentor junior QS staff; contribute to continuous improvement of processes.
Requirements
Fully-qualified/chartered Quantity Surveyor or working towards chartership.
Significant experience (for senior role) managing surveyor duties across commercial, industrial, retail, leisure or healthcare projects.
Strong understanding of procurement, contract forms, and cost management practices.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and financial reporting skills.
Proven ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Proactive, solutions-driven, with strong attention to detail.
Good communication skills – able to liaise across teams, clients, and supply chain.
Comfortable working in a company committed to standards (health & safety, quality, environment).
What We Offer
Permanent contract.
Opportunity to work on diverse, high profile construction projects across commercial, industrial, retail, leisure, and healthcare sectors.
A culture of innovation, quality, and collaboration.
Support for professional development and chartership.
Competitive salary and benefits in line with experience.
Being part of a team that prides itself on delivering projects on time and on budget.
If you are a dedicated Quantity Surveyor looking to take your career to the next level with a forward-thinking, quality-focused construction company, we’d love to hear from you.
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