Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, award-winning fit-out and refurbishment contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor.

Established for almost 50 years, our client has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fit-out projects across the commercial, industrial, education, science & technology and specialist sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued business growth, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with the appointment of a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated commercial professional looking to join a financially stable contractor that values quality, long-term client relationships and investing in its people.

The Role

You will take commercial responsibility for multiple refurbishment and fit-out projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with Contracts Managers and clients, you will ensure projects are delivered profitably while maintaining excellent commercial control throughout.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of multiple construction projects.
• Preparing, submitting and agreeing interim valuations and final accounts.
• Producing accurate monthly cost reports, CVRs and cash flow forecasts.
• Procuring subcontract packages and negotiating favourable commercial terms.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Administering contract changes and ensuring all variations are captured and valued.
• Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Providing commercial support to operational teams throughout project delivery.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and the supply chain.
• Supporting value engineering initiatives to maximise project profitability.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the commercial team where required.

About You

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Previous experience working for a main contractor, ideally delivering refurbishment or fit-out projects.
• Strong contractual knowledge, including JCT forms of contract.
• Proven experience managing projects from procurement through to final account.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems.

What's on Offer

• £80,000 - £90,000 salary with car allowance.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.

If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge, we'd be pleased to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.