Senior Quantity Surveyor
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD · Fleet, England ·
Job Description Job Profile for Senior Quantity Surveyor CF47577Bennett and Game are currently representing an award-winning contractor based in Fleet, who areseeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step intheir career to join their growing team.
Established for over 20 years, our client has a team ofapproximately 25 staff and an annual turnover of around £40 million. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to take greater ownership of projects and progress into a senior position within an established and supportive business.
The successful candidate will have significant responsibility across the commercial management of projects, working with clients, subcontractors and internal teams. The role will involve a range of projects across the UK, our client works closely with leading supermarket chains to install EV charging points, main store extensions, restaurants, and petrol stations to make it more accessible, reliable and convenient for their customers.
The successful candidate will be expected to manage projects commercially from pre-construction through to final account, with the opportunity to develop into a senior position within the business. Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Job OverviewTake full commercial responsibility for allocated projects from pre-construction through to completion.
Prepare and manage cost plans, budgets, forecasts and financial reports. Carry out detailed take-offs, measurements and pricing from drawings, specifications and project information. Prepare and manage Schedules of Works and Bills of Quantities.
Obtain, assess and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts. Monitor project costs and financial performance, identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
Prepare and manage variations, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts. Work closely with the project and site teams to ensure projects remain commercially and operationally on track. Liaise directly with clients and consultants, building strong working relationships and supporting commercial negotiations.
Assist with procurement strategies and subcontractor selection. Identify and maximise commercial opportunities and cost savings throughout the project lifecycle. Provide regular commercial reporting and forecasts to senior management.
Support the development of junior members of the commercial team where required. Take an active role in improving commercial processes and supporting the continued growth of the business. Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Job Requirements5 plus years Quantity Surveying experience, ideally within a contracting environment andworking on civil engineering projectsStrong understanding of commercial and contractual management.
Experience managing projects from procurement through to final account. Strong experience with subcontractor management, valuations, variations and cost control. Commercially astute with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with confidence dealing directly with clientsand subcontractors. Commercial or construction-related qualification desirable. A Quantity Surveyor currently operating at an intermediate level and looking to step into a Senior Quantity Surveyor position will also be considered.
Willingness to travel across the UK, with approximately one overnight stay per weekpotentially required depending on project location. Full clean UK driving licence. Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Salary & BenefitsSalary: £55,000 - £65,000, depending on experienceCompany Car after 6-month probationHybrid Working after 6-month probation25 days holiday + bank holidaysStatutory Company PensionPrivate Medical Healthcare after 1 year of serviceOn-site parkingTravel expenses paid whilst awayBennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.