We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team on the Transport for Greater Manchester framework, supporting the delivery of a portfolio of high‑profile and impactful schemes.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your commercial expertise while taking on increased responsibility within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment. The project focuses on improving access‑for‑all facilities across four stations within the Greater Manchester area, working closely within the commercial function to support successful delivery.
Role Responsibilities
* Deliver accurate commercial reporting and forecasting in line with agreed timescales and profitability targets.
* Ensure contract cost, quality, time, and value objectives are achieved.
* Manage subcontractor accounts end‑to‑end, including procurement, valuations, variations, payments, and final accounts.
* Ensure subcontractor payments and commercial matters are managed fairly and in accordance with contract terms.
* Identify, measure and price change.
* Maintain accurate commercial data within project management systems and reporting tools.
* Ensure full compliance with contractual requirements, business processes, and governance standards.
* Build effective working relationships with Delivery, Operations and Supply Chain teams to support customer and operational objectives.
* Provide timely commercial insight, cost control and performance data to stakeholders and management.
* Support supply chain negotiations, forecasting, accruals and change management.
* Manage, mentor and develop direct reports, supporting performance, competence, and professional development.
* Contribute to health, safety and environmental objectives as part of the wider management team.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
* Proven Quantity Surveying experience within a main contractor environment, including subcontractor management and procurement.
* Rail sector experience and familiarity with NEC3 contracts.
* Degree‑qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline, with CSCS certification.
* Working towards or holding professional membership (RICS, CIOB or equivalent).
* Strong commercial, contractual and legislative knowledge across a range of contract types and schedules of rates.
* Demonstrable experience managing commercial teams and negotiating complex accounts and disputes.
* Strong people management, planning and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to drive high standards of performance and compliance.
What is in it for you?
* Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
* Flexible and adaptable working.
* Family friendly policies and work/life approach.
* Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Annual bonus scheme.
* Recognition scheme and long service awards.
* Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role).
* Option to participate in share‑save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; support and advice service for colleagues and their families.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People “Two Ticks” accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
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