Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering
Warrington
A growing civil engineering contractor in the North West is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team in Warrington.
This is a key commercial role working closely with Directors and operational teams across a range of civils and infrastructure schemes. You'll take ownership of the commercial and contractual performance of projects from pre-contract through to final account, ensuring projects are commercially successful, contractually compliant and well managed throughout.
The business has built a strong reputation for delivering quality civil engineering projects and offers a stable, long-term opportunity for an experienced QS looking to play a significant role within the commercial function.
The Role
* Managing the commercial and contractual elements of multiple civil engineering projects
* Supporting Directors, Contracts Managers, Site Agents and Project Managers on all commercial matters
* Reviewing tender documentation, contract terms and risk exposure pre and post contract
* Administering NEC, JCT and bespoke forms of contract
* Preparing, submitting and negotiating applications for payment and final accounts
* Managing subcontract procurement, subcontract accounts and supplier relationships
* Identifying variations, compensation events and commercial opportunities
* Preparing and negotiating claims where required
* Producing accurate cost reporting, CVRs and forecasts
* Monitoring project performance and helping drive commercial efficiency across schemes
* Attending client and site progress meetings representing the commercial function
* Identifying and mitigating commercial risk throughout the lifecycle of projects
* Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff within the team
* Assisting with tender pricing and pre-construction commercial input where required
About You
* Proven experience operating as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering
* Strong understanding of NEC contracts, with JCT knowledge also beneficial
* Experience managing the commercial delivery of infrastructure and civils projects
* Excellent contractual awareness and commercial acumen
* Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
* Confident producing cost reports, forecasts and final accounts
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across operational teams
* Experience mentoring or supporting junior commercial staff would be advantageous
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