Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager

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£60,000–£70,000 a year

Nottingham

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This senior role combines quantity surveying and project management to deliver construction projects from initial planning through to final handover. The work involves managing budgets, advising on procurement strategies, and coordinating project teams to ensure successful commercial and operational outcomes.

Best for

Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors or Project Managers with a background in construction consultancy.

Non-negotiable

Full UK driving licence required.

What you need

Required

  • MRICS qualification

    Clearly required in the listing

  • JCT contracts

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Project management

    5+ years

  • Quantity surveying

    5+ years

  • Contractor management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Stakeholder management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Clearly required in the listing

  • UK driver's licence

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Microsoft Office

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Preferred

  • Hotel sector experience

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Leisure sector experience

    Strongly implied by the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Manage project costs and budgets

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Prepare tender and contract documentation

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor expenditure and financial reporting

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Lead project execution and delivery

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Coordinate project teams and consultants

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Conduct site inspections

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Resolve commercial risks and challenges

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Senior level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

5+ years

of relevant experience stated for this role

Clearly stated in the listing

Evidence from the listing

Supports level and years

“You should have: 5+ years' post-professional qualification experience.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager Nottingham | Construction Consultancy Salary up to £70k A great opportunity to combine commercial expertise with project leadership. We're working with a well-established and forward-thinking construction consultancy that is looking to strengthen its Nottingham team with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager. This is a genuinely varied role, offering the chance to take ownership of projects from early feasibility through to completion, combining quantity surveying, cost management and project management responsibilities. The consultancy works across both the private and public sectors, with a particularly strong presence within healthcare, alongside a varied portfolio of commercial and other specialist projects. The Opportunity As a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering projects successfully from both a commercial and operational perspective. You'll work closely with clients, contractors, consultants and internal teams, providing trusted advice on costs, procurement, contracts, programme and project delivery. Your responsibilities will include: Managing project costs and budgets from feasibility through to completion. Preparing cost plans, estimates, tender documentation and contract information. Advising clients on procurement routes, contract strategy and commercial risks. Monitoring expenditure, forecasting costs and providing regular financial reporting. Managing variations, valuations, payments and contractual matters. Carrying out site inspections and monitoring progress against programme and budget. Leading projects from initial planning through to handover and completion. Developing project execution strategies, programmes and delivery plans. Coordinating consultants, contractors and wider project teams. Chairing meetings and providing clear updates to clients and stakeholders. Identifying and resolving project risks, issues and commercial challenges. Managing project documentation, reporting and governance. Supporting commissioning, handover and project close-out. Building long-term client relationships and identifying opportunities for further work. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.What They're Looking For The ideal candidate will be an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager or Project Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record within the construction and property sector. You should have: 5+ years' post-professional qualification experience. A relevant degree or professional qualification, ideally MRICS or equivalent. Extensive experience working with JCT contracts. A proven background delivering both QS and project management services. Experience managing projects from feasibility through to completion. Strong contractor and consultant management experience. The confidence to provide commercial, procurement, programme and risk advice to senior stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent client relationship and communication skills. Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience working with private-sector clients; hotel and leisure experience would be particularly beneficial. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and relevant cost/project management systems. Full UK driver's licence.Why Consider It? This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious consultancy where you'll have genuine ownership of your work and the opportunity to build on your existing expertise. You'll be exposed to a diverse project portfolio, work closely with experienced professionals and have a clearly defined opportunity to progress your career. The culture is built around integrity, quality, innovation, collaboration and client service, with an emphasis on supporting people to develop alongside the continued growth of the business. If you're an experienced QS/PM looking for a role that gives you the opportun

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