Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier One Contractor\n\nExeter\n\n£60,000-£78,000 + Car Allowance + Private Medical + Flexible Benefits Package\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor based in Exeter.\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to work on a range of high-profile projects, leading commercial activities on large schemes across the South west region.\n\nWhat's on Offer:\n\n * Salary of £60,000-£78,000 depending on experience\n\n * Company Car Allowance\n\n * Private Medical Insurance\n\n * Flexible Benefits Package (including enhanced pension, additional leave, wellbeing support)\n\n * Clear career development pathways with support for further progression\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Lead the commercial management of large or multiple projects\n\n * Prepare tenders, detailed cost plans, and procurement strategies\n\n * Manage subcontractor procurement, payments (including CIS), and final accounts\n\n * Produce accurate monthly cost and value reports\n\n * Procure major works subcontract packages\n\n * Successfully manage and complete final accounts\n\n * Undertake value engineering exercises to maximise project value\n\n * Provide support in resolving commercial disputes and claims, with a sound understanding of dispute procedures\n\n * Oversee project budgets, identify risks and opportunities, and drive profitability\n\n * Collaborate closely with project management, client teams, and supply chain to ensure successful delivery\n\nAbout You:\n\n * Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor on large construction schemes\n\n * Ability to produce accurate and detailed monthly cost/value reports and forecasts\n\n * Extensive experience of successfully completing final accounts\n\n * Solid knowledge of NEC forms of contract\n\n * Experience of procuring and managing major subcontract packages\n\n * Awareness and understanding of commercial dispute resolution\n\n * Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent, or working towards professional accreditation\n\n * Strong leadership, negotiation, and commercial management skills\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Intermediate or Senior level Quantity Surveyor ready to join a forward-thinking contractor known for its quality, innovation, and people-first culture.\n\nContact Jo Lambert on (phone number removed) to find out more