Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Somerset

Up to £85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Flexible Working

A leading Tier One Main Contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a flagship construction project in Somerset.

The project is a major new-build student accommodation scheme for a prestigious UK university, comprising approximately 960 student bedrooms, alongside extensive communal, social and study facilities. The development also has a strong focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile project and take a key role within an experienced commercial team.

The Role

You will be responsible for the commercial management of key packages, working closely with the project and commercial teams, client and supply chain.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing subcontract packages from procurement through to final account

Subcontract procurement, tendering and negotiation

Cost reporting, forecasting and financial control

Valuations, payments and cash flow management

Managing variations and commercial change

Risk and opportunity management

Preparing and agreeing final accounts

Building strong relationships with subcontractors and project stakeholders

Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff

About You

We are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with:

Proven experience with a Tier One or leading Main Contractor

Experience working on major building projects

Strong commercial and contractual knowledge

Experience managing significant subcontract packages

Excellent procurement and negotiation skills

Strong cost reporting and forecasting experience

Good knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts

Relevant degree or professional qualification desirable

Experience across student accommodation, residential, education, healthcare or commercial projects would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

Up to £85,000 salary

Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Flexible Working

Opportunity to work on a flagship, multi-million-pound project

Excellent career progression with a leading Tier One Main Contractor

The chance to add a major project to your CV

Location: Somerset

Apply now for a confidential discussion about this opportunity

Benefits

Car Allowance and Bonus