In brief
This permanent Senior Quantity Surveyor role oversees the commercial delivery of refurbishment and new build schemes. The work involves managing accounts from procurement to final accounting while supporting site-based project teams.
Best for
Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors with a background in main contracting.
Non-negotiable
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on projects valued at £10m+.
What you need
Required
Package procurement
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JCT contracts
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Quantity Surveying degree
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RICS accreditation
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Communication
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Negotiation
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Commercial awareness
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Preferred
No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.
Your day-to-day
Manage commercial project schemes
Clearly stated in the job description.
Support pre-construction activities
Clearly stated in the job description.
Handle full account management
Clearly stated in the job description.
Monitor subcontractor performance
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Produce financial reports
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Mentor junior staff
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Identify value and risk
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Advise on contractual matters
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Experience expected
Level
Senior level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“…ate internal and external financial reports, forecasts and liabilities Supervising, supporting and mentoring junior team members Identifying opportunities to maximise value and reduce costs Highlighti…”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
New Senior Quantity Surveyor vacancy Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor Sector: Main contractor (new build and refurbishment) Location: Brighton, East Sussex Contract type: Permanent Salary: £ competitive Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch) The company: A well established national main contractor delivering refurbishment and new build schemes procured through design & build contracts. Projects range from minor £2m schemes up to £20m major works contracts. The role: We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in main contracting with proven experience in managing the commercial delivery of design and build projects. Working with site based project teams, your responsibilities as Senior Quantity Surveyor may include: Managing the commercial aspects of 2 smaller schemes (up to £5m in value) and a single larger scheme. Supporting the pre-construction team in preparing tender documents, contracts and procurement schedules to support driving PCSA activities. Full management of accounts from procurement through to final accounting. Assessing subcontractor progress and budget compliance. Undertaking valuations and client variations Producing accurate internal and external financial reports, forecasts and liabilities Supervising, supporting and mentoring junior team members Identifying opportunities to maximise value and reduce costs Highlighting risks and developing mitigation strategies Advising on contractual claims and disputes throughout the project lifecycle Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on projects valued at £10m+ Experience of managing and mentoring Quantity Surveyors previously Demonstrable expertise in package procurement and management across high-value, complex scopes Proficiency with JCT contracts Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline or RICS accredited Strong written and verbal communication skills Proactive, commercially focused mindset with a keen eye for detail and risk Excellent negotiation skills Comfortable working on your own initiative Benefits: The opportunity to join a highly stable business and a healthy pipeline of work with repeat clients A competitive salary and package 25 days of holiday per year plus Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service) A welcoming team with a supportive culture and great project teams with exceptional talent and experience
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