Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Highways & Drainage
Postcode – OL1 3PA
Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways drainage infrastructure project for M Group Highways Limited.
The successful candidate will play a key role in commercial and financial management across the project lifecycle, supporting procurement, contract administration, valuations, cost control, reporting, and subcontract management.
This opportunity is ideal for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with previous experience within highways, civils, infrastructure, or utilities environments.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Contract Activities
* Support tender activities and supplier engagement
* Work with Procurement teams to define work packages and contract terms
* Assist with tender evaluation and contract award processes
Valuation & Contract Management
* Produce accurate and contract-compliant valuations and applications
* Review and assure the quality of valuations completed by others
* Monitor certifications, payments, and cash receipts
* Manage valuation disputes, rejections, and non-compliance issues
* Maintain contract notices, records, and commercial correspondence
* Support and mentor junior commercial staff
Supply Chain & Cost Management
* Validate cost and financial data from internal systems
* Maintain accurate accruals and support margin performance
* Build strong working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
* Manage subcontract administration, onboarding, accounts, and notices
* Support project cost management planning
Financial & Commercial Reporting
* Prepare and review cost reports, actuals, liabilities, and accruals
* Maintain commercial reporting in line with company requirements
* Support risk and opportunity management processes
* Produce weekly and monthly CVRs, cashflow forecasts, and WIP reporting
* Assist with revenue and pipeline forecasting
* Provide insight into commercial performance trends and project risks
Record Keeping & Compliance
* Maintain valuation, payment, notice, and correspondence registers
* Ensure subcontract documentation and project records remain up to date
* Maintain site diaries, returns, and supporting documentation
* Keep risk and opportunity registers updated
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
* Strong commercial management and contract administration experience
* Experience within highways, civils, infrastructure, drainage, or utilities projects
* Knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial procedures
* Strong understanding of valuations, CVRs, forecasting, and cost control
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong analytical and reporting skills
Desirable Requirements
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
* Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain relationships
* Previous experience within highways drainage projects
* Professional membership such as RICS or CIOB
Job Details
* Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
* Sector: Highways & Infrastructure
* Project: SDF 2.0 NW – Drainage
* Location: Huddersfield Road, OL1 3PA
* Contract Type: Temporary
* Start Date: ASAP / 08/06/2026
* Duration: 3–6 Months (TBC)
* Working Hours: 08:00 – 17:00
* Pay Rate: £575 per day Umbrella PAYE
* IR35 Status: Inside IR35
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a major infrastructure project with a well-established highways contractor. The role offers involvement in key commercial activities across live projects while supporting operational and financial performance within a fast-paced environment.