Senior Quantity Surveyor – Oxford (Site-Based)
Salary: £75,000–£90,000 + £6,500 Car Allowance
Location: Oxford (on-site until June 2026), then Birmingham-based projects
Sector: High-rise student accommodation
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
A leading main contractor is seeking a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of a live high-rise student accommodation scheme in Oxford. This is a site-based role through to project completion in June 2026, after which all future schemes will be delivered across the Birmingham region.
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking team with a strong pipeline of multi-room developments, where your expertise in cost control, subcontractor management, and commercial strategy will be key to driving value and ensuring delivery.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead the commercial function on a live high-rise scheme from site
Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments
Oversee cost reporting, forecasting, and change control
Collaborate closely with site and design teams to ensure commercial alignment
Contribute to project reviews and drive margin protectionWhat We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Senior QS on high-rise RC frame projects
Strong understanding of student accommodation or multi-room schemes
Confident managing commercial delivery from site
NEC contract experience preferred
Willingness to work on-site in Oxford until mid-2026, then transition to Birmingham-based workWhat’s On Offer
Competitive salary
£6,500 car allowance
Long-term pipeline of Midlands-based projects
Supportive team culture with real autonomyIf you’re ready to lead from the front and bring your commercial expertise to a high-impact scheme, we’d love to hear from you