We are supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Manchester team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of central government, residential, higher education, and healthcare projects, delivering high-quality cost management services within a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the successful delivery of multiple projects across a varied client base, including central government, residential developers, local authorities, universities, and healthcare Trusts.
You will play a key role in both pre- and post-contract stages, leading cost management activities, advising clients, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with cost, quality, and programme objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
* Lead the day-to-day delivery of cost management services across multiple projects
* Develop and implement cost management strategies from feasibility through to completion
* Produce cost plans, feasibility studies, and optioneering analysis
* Manage tendering processes, including preparation of bills of quantities and contract documentation
Commercial & Cost Management
* Monitor project costs, prepare cost reports, and track financial performance
* Manage change control processes, including assessment and reporting
* Lead risk management and value engineering processes
* Support procurement strategies and engage effectively with the supply chain
Stakeholder & Client Management
* Build and maintain strong client relationships across multiple sectors
* Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and design teams
* Manage sub-consultants and support coordination across multidisciplinary teams
Governance & Dispute Resolution
* Support contract administration under JCT and NEC frameworks
* Contribute to dispute resolution processes, including negotiation and claims preparation
* Ensure robust commercial governance and reporting processes are in place
Leadership & Development
* Provide mentoring and guidance to SLT, junior surveyors and commercial staff
* Support business development activities and identify cross-selling opportunities
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 8+ years’ experience in quantity surveying or cost management
* Proven track record managing and supporting a range of experience amongst a wider team
* Chartered status (MRICS)
* Proven experience across pre- and post-contract stages
* Experience delivering projects within government, residential, education, or healthcare sectors
* Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
* Very strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
* Excellent communication and client-facing capabilities
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
* Experience working within multidisciplinary consultancy environments
* Proficiency in CostX and Microsoft Office tools
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