Senior Quantity Surveyor Position
Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor (project based)
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Salary: up to £75,000 (DOE) + package
Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch)
About the Company
A well established national main contractor delivering refurbishment and new build schemes procured through design & build contracts. Projects range from minor £2m schemes up to £20m contracts.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in main contracting with proven experience in managing the commercial delivery of design and build projects.
Responsibilities
* Managing the commercial aspects of projects up to £20 million in value.
* Supporting the pre-construction team in preparing tender documents, contracts and procurement schedules to support driving PCSA activities.
* Full management of accounts, including procurement, placing orders, payments and final accounting.
* Assessing subcontractor progress and budget compliance.
* Undertaking valuations and client variations.
* Producing accurate internal and external financial reports, forecasts and liabilities.
* Supervising, supporting and mentoring junior team members.
* Identifying opportunities to maximise value and reduce costs.
* Highlighting risks and developing mitigation strategies.
* Advising on contractual claims and disputes throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Lead Quantity Surveyor on projects valued at £10m+.
* Demonstrable expertise in package procurement and management across high-value, complex scopes.
* Proficiency with JCT contracts.
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline or RICS accredited.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Proactive, commercially focused mindset with a keen eye for detail and risk.
* Excellent negotiation skills.
* Comfortable working on your own initiative.
Benefits
* A competitive salary and package.
* 25 days of holiday per year plus Bank Holidays (and additional days with length of service).
* A welcoming team with supportive culture and great project teams with exceptional talent and experience.
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