Our client is a growing and well-established contractor operating within the social housing refurbishment and fire remediation sector. Due to continued growth and the successful award of new contracts, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Kent.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional to take a lead role across multiple projects, working closely with senior management to ensure projects are delivered successfully from a financial and contractual perspective.
The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial management of projects from pre-contract stage through to final account, ensuring financial performance, contract compliance, and strong client relationships.
You will act as the key commercial contact for clients while working collaboratively with internal teams including Operations, Contracts Managers, Site Managers, Production, and Finance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial management of multiple projects from pre-contract through to final account
Prepare and maintain project financial forecasts, budgets, and cashflow reports
Provide estimating, pricing, and commercial input during tender and pre-contract stages
Undertake contract take-offs and prepare scopes of work for operational teams
Ensure variations are properly instructed, priced, and agreed with clients
Prepare and submit interim valuations, applications for payment, and cost reports
Review and assess subcontractor applications for payment
Prepare, negotiate, and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors
Lead commercial negotiations with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
Provide weekly and monthly commercial reporting to Directors, highlighting risks, KPIs, and opportunities
Leadership & Team Responsibilities
Act as a senior member of the commercial team, providing leadership and commercial best practice
Support and mentor junior commercial staff as the team expands
Work closely with Directors, Contracts Managers, and Site Managers to proactively manage cost, risk, and change
Chair and attend commercial and cost review meetings
Attend client progress and commercial meetings
Contribute to the development of commercial systems and processes within the business
Key Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
Experience working within the social housing sector
Experience delivering large-scale construction or refurbishment projects
FRA (Fire Risk Assessment) works experience would be advantageous
Strong understanding of standard construction contracts
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
Experience working with Local Authorities or Registered Housing Providers
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Requirements
Full, clean UK driving licence
Ability to attend occasional site visits
Professional and adaptable approach when dealing with clients and stakeholders
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to join a growing contractor with a strong pipeline of social housing and fire remediation projects, where you will play a key role in the continued commercial success of the business.
If you are a motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity in Kent, we would welcome your application.
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies