Senior Quantity Surveyor

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Oversee the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and detailed cost plans.
• Cost Control: Manage all costs relating to projects, from the initial calculations to the final account.
• Valuations & Variations: Prepare and submit interim valuations, variations, and final accounts to clients.
• Tendering: Assist in preparing tenders and procurement strategies, ensuring competitiveness and value for money.
• Contract Administration: Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and address disputes or claims effectively.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
• Team Leadership: Mentor junior QS staff, providing guidance and promoting professional development.
• Risk Management: Identify and manage potential risks to project finances and timelines.
• Reporting: Provide detailed and accurate reports to the Commercial Manager and senior management team.

Essential:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably within the drylining, interiors, or subcontracting sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of JCT and NEC contract forms.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in cost management software and MS Office Suite.

Desirable:

• RICS accreditation or equivalent professional qualification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with BIM and digital construction tools.