Senior Quantity Surveyor

DMW Recruitment

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing project team and take commercial ownership of some of the company’s larger and higher-risk projects.

This is a senior, hands-on position where you’ll work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, clients and the supply chain, providing strong commercial leadership while helping shape and improve commercial processes across the business.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full commercial responsibility for assigned projects.

* Manage valuations, variations, change control, compensation events and final accounts.

* Lead cost control, forecasting, CVRs and cashflow management.

* Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks and opportunities.

* Procure and manage subcontractor and supply chain packages.

* Assess subcontractor applications, variations and final accounts.

* Provide contractual and commercial advice to Project Managers and delivery teams.

* Support extensions of time, loss & expense, compensation events and dispute resolution where required.

* Ensure strong commercial governance, record keeping and contractual compliance.

* Provide clear and accurate commercial reporting to senior management.

* Mentor and support Project Managers, Engineers and junior commercial staff.

* Contribute to improving commercial systems, processes and reporting across the business.

What We're Looking For

* Significant experience in Quantity Surveying or a senior commercial role.

* Background in construction, M&E, engineering or multidisciplinary projects.

* Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts.

* Proven experience managing valuations, variations, change control and final accounts.

* Strong subcontract procurement and supply chain management experience.

* Confident with forecasting, CVRs, cost control and cashflow.

* Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

* Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.

* MRICS / MCIOB or working towards professional accreditation is desirable.

* Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

Why Consider the Role?

This is more than a traditional QS position. You’ll be joining a close-knit team where your commercial expertise will genuinely influence how projects are delivered.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

* Take ownership of high-value and commercially complex projects.

* Work closely with senior management and operational teams.

* Influence commercial strategy and processes.

* Mentor and develop the wider project team.

* Play a key role in the continued growth of the business.

* Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a role with genuine responsibility, influence and progression, we'd like to hear from you