Senior Quantity Surveyor | Main Contractor | Data Centre & Industrial Build

Listed: 2026-09-15Sector: Building & ConstructionLocation: BuckinghamshireSalary: 80,000-100,000Email:: Senior Quantity Surveyor | Main Contractor | Data Centre & Industrial Build About the Client: SSA are recruiting on behalf of leading Contractor operating across the UK and Europe within the Data Centres, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, & Commercial sectors.

Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. Due to continued success, they are looking to further strengthen their team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor in Buckinghamshire.

About the Role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the management of projects, budget preparation and estimates, progress reports, final account preparation, client interaction and attending various design team / site meetings.

As Lead/Senior QS you will have responsibility for direction of the function in relation to relevant projects; which they must be commercially aware, with a high level of commitment, initiative and enthusiasmAbout the

Responsibilities

Commercial Management of work PackagesCommercial responsibility for allocated construction packages, ensuring effective cost control from procurement through to final account. Contract AdministrationAdminister subcontract agreements in line with contractual requirements, managing valuations, variations, payment notices, and commercial correspondence.

Cost Reporting & ForecastingPrepare and present accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts, and cashflows, highlighting risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies. Change & Claims ManagementManage variations, compensation events, and potential claims, ensuring timely agreement and protection of the project's commercial position.

Stakeholder CollaborationWork closely with project management, engineering, and site teams to ensure commercial decisions support programme, quality, and data centre delivery objectives. Requirements;Degree in Quantity SurveyingMinimum of 5 years of professional experience with proven track record in dealing with Subcontractors and Clients in relation to Valuations, Variations, Final Accounts and cost reportingExperience within commercial/industrial/data centre build desirableDisplays through understanding of specifications, bills of quantities, and drawingsDisplays high capability of extracting quantities from drawings and issuing enquiries to sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure that accurate quotations are received within specified time framesComputer literate in Microsoft Office and other Quantity Surveying PackagesDemonstrates excellent budgetary responsibilityExcellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to provide and explain accurate reporting.

Excellent organisation and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities at once. Self-starter and ability to organise the workday around assigned activities and priorities with minimum supervision. Must be highly flexible with a high level commitment to success.

Ability to work successfully as part of a team with wide variety of individuals demonstrating effective interpersonal skills.

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