Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Hertfordshire
Sector: Civil Engineering / Specialist Subcontractor
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum + Benefits
Overview
Our client is a well-established specialist contractor operating across the UK, delivering complex projects within the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Contract & Commercial Management
Lead commercial administration across projects under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke contracts
Ensure all contractual notices, early warnings, and communications are issued correctly and on time
Provide expert advice on contractual matters, risk, and entitlement
Manage extensions of time, compensation events, variations, and disputesFinancial Management & Cost Control
Prepare and manage cost plans, CVRs, and cashflow forecasts
Review subcontractor costs, plant, labour, and resource allocations
Ensure accurate valuations and strong cash recovery
Identify and report commercial risks and opportunitiesClient & Stakeholder Management
Act as the lead commercial interface with clients and main contractors
Attend commercial meetings, progress reviews, and negotiations
Support strong working relationships to enhance project outcomesChange Control & Reporting
Manage change control processes including variations and compensation events
Maintain accurate records to support claims and entitlement
Produce monthly reports, including CVRs and financial updates for senior leadershipOperational Support
Work closely with Project Managers to align commercial and operational decisions
Provide guidance and mentoring to project teams
Support procurement strategies to ensure commercial efficiencyRisk, Compliance & Governance
Maintain detailed commercial records and documentation
Support dispute resolution processes where required
Ensure compliance with internal systems, governance, and industry standards
Requirements
Essential:
Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
7-10+ years' experience within construction or civil engineering
Strong working knowledge of NEC3/4 and JCT contracts
Proven experience managing multiple projects and commercial performance
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management ability
Full UK Driving Licence