Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

Two Senior Quantity Surveyor positions are available to support a major construction programme on a secure defence infrastructure site in the South West of England.

These roles involve full commercial responsibility across defined work packages, operating within a compliance‑led and security‑controlled environment.

Security Requirement: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS clearance and capable of meeting project‑specific security requirements.

Contract & Working Pattern

* Contract: 42.5 hours per week

* Location: South West England

* Site attendance: Minimum 3 days per week on site

* Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 (dependent on experience)

Benefits & Package

* Subsistence (subject to eligibility):

* Approx. £56 per night

* Nights in temporary accommodation: tax free

* Nights at home: taxable

* Permanent home address and temporary accommodation required

* Approx. £1,680 per month before tax

* Company car / car allowance / travel allowance up to £7,000

* Company vehicle provided will be a high‑spec electric vehicle

* 8% employer‑matched pension contribution

* Private healthcare

* Life assurance

* 26 days annual leave

* 2 wellbeing days

* 1 volunteering day per year

* Ongoing personal and professional development

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates, cost plans, and budgets

Deliver cost planning and financial control throughout the project lifecycle

Review, negotiate, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and variations

Lead procurement processes and evaluate supplier and subcontractor bids

Monitor progress and forecast final accounts, identifying risks and opportunities

Prepare interim valuations, payment applications, and final accounts

Liaise with project stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and suppliers

Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and internal governance requirements

Produce financial reports and cost analysis for stakeholders

Mentor and support junior commercial team members

Assist with dispute resolution related to cost and contractual matters

Undertake additional duties within capability, with training and full support provided

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Professionally qualified with:

3+ years post‑qualification experience, or

5+ years relevant commercial experience

Academic background in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (HNC/BSc/MSc)

CSCS White Card – PQP or AQP

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar

Professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB) preferred

Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement routes, and cost control

Experience using QS software (e.g. CostX, QS Suite, PlanSwift)

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Security & Eligibility

BPSS eligibility is mandatory

Right to work in the UK required

Further security clearance may be required depending on project needs