Senior Quantity Surveyor – Roofing

Daniel Owen Ltd

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Roofing Subcontractor
Location: Dartford
Sector: Roofing Subcontractor
Industry: Building and construction
Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum

Our client is a well-established roofing subcontractor based in Dartford, delivering specialist packages across commercial and residential projects throughout the South East. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

This is a key position within the business, offering autonomy and responsibility across multiple live projects.

The Role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take full commercial responsibility for roofing packages from procurement through to final account, ensuring profitability and contractual compliance across all projects.

You will work closely with operational teams, directors and main contractor clients to manage financial performance and mitigate commercial risk.

Key Responsibilities

Full commercial management of roofing subcontract packages

Preparing and submitting valuations and applications for payment

Managing variations, change control and contractual notices

Subcontractor and supplier procurement

Cost forecasting and CVR reporting

Managing and negotiating final accounts

Liaising with main contractor commercial teams

Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities

Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required

Requirements

Proven experience working for a subcontractor (essential)

Senior-level Quantity Surveying experience

Strong commercial awareness and contractual knowledge

Experience within roofing packages advantageous

Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced subcontractor QS to step into a senior role within a growing and financially stable roofing specialist