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 disputes
Financial 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 opportunities
Client & 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 outcomes
Change 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 leadership
Operational 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 efficiency
Risk, 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
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