Senior Quantity Surveyor in Brighton, Brighton and Hove

The Opportunity

We're recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor, supporting a major water infrastructure programme in partnership with a leading UK water utility.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of significant work packages, lead and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, and play a key role in delivering a substantial programme of infrastructure investment.

This position offers hybrid working, flexibility around working hours and the opportunity to work within an established commercial team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage significant commercial work packages across a major infrastructure programme.

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors.

• Oversee cost and value reporting, monthly valuations and financial forecasting.

• Manage commercial performance, identifying risks, opportunities and mitigation strategies.

• Maximise cash flow through effective measurement, valuation and payment control.

• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, tendering and payment processes.

• Ensure contractual compliance and maintain strong commercial governance.

• Work closely with project teams, senior commercial stakeholders and clients.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.

• Significant Senior QS experience within a Tier 1 main contracting environment.

• Previous experience managing or mentoring commercial teams.

• Strong knowledge of NEC forms of contract and current Construction Law.

• Proven experience in commercial reporting, forecasting and cost control.

• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and commercial agreements.

• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Full UK driving licence.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• Flexible working hours.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunity to work on a significant, long-term water infrastructure programme.

• Senior-level responsibility with the opportunity to develop and lead a team.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in Tier 1 contracting and are looking for your next career move within the water and infrastructure sector, apply today for a confidential discussion.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. A Basic DBS check will also be required.