Senior Quantity Surveyor - Marine & Civil Engineering
Salary: £75,000 + Company Car / Allowance | 25 Days Holiday + 10% Pension Match | Life Assurance (3x Salary)
Location: Dawlish (Head Office) with UK-wide Site Travel
Bennett & Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a growing, investment-backed maritime and civil engineering contractor that is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Financial Management
* Oversee financial performance across multiple projects, ensuring profitability
* Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
* Conduct cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and monthly reporting
* Produce accurate cost reports, valuations, and final accounts
* Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities
Contract Administration & Risk Management
* Manage contract preparation, negotiation, and administration
* Ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements
* Lead on variations, claims, and dispute resolution
* Manage Early Warning Notices, compensation events, and extensions of time
* Promote strong commercial awareness across project teams
Procurement & Supply Chain
* Lead procurement strategy and subcontractor selection
* Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors
* Manage subcontract accounts from procurement through to final account
* Maintain procurement schedules and cost benchmarking data
Leadership & Team Development
* Mentor and support junior Quantity Surveyors
* Contribute to commercial strategy and process improvements
* Set objectives and support development plans for team members
* Work collaboratively with operational and finance teams
Cost Control, Reporting & Compliance
* Lead cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting processes
* Ensure financial documentation is accurate and audit‑ready
* Maintain robust cost coding and site record systems
* Present financial updates to senior management
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
* Act as a key commercial lead in meetings and negotiations
* Collaborate closely with Project Managers and senior leadership
Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
* Proven experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering, marine, or infrastructure sectors
* Strong knowledge of contract management and commercial processes
* Experience managing high‑value contracts and complex negotiations
* Excellent financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical skills
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and cost management systems
* Full UK driving licence
Qualifications
* Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or similar
* MRICS or equivalent (highly desirable)
* CSCS car
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