Senior Quantity Surveyor

PPM Recruitment

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bedfordshire | Projects up to £5m | Education, Commercial & Healthcare

We are working in partnership with a highly respected regional Construction & Engineering contractor to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established commercial team.

Based in Bedfordshire, this well-established principal contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects across the education, commercial, and healthcare sectors. With projects typically valued up to £5m, they are known for quality delivery, strong client relationships, and repeat business.

The Opportunity

This is a key commercial role within the business. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will take full responsibility for the financial management of projects across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas – from initial budgeting through to final account.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring commercial performance, contractual compliance, and effective cost control across multiple schemes.

Key Responsibilities

Full commercial management of projects from pre-construction to final account

Preparation and management of budgets and cash flow forecasts

Implementation and administration of NEC and JCT contracts

Subcontractor procurement, management, and payment certification

Preparation of applications for payment

Production of CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations)

Accurate month-end reporting and commercial forecasting

Maintaining robust cost control procedures

About You

Proven experience within the construction/building sector

Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts

Experience working for a main contractor or specialist contractor

Relevant qualification (e.g., Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar)

Commercially astute, detail-oriented, and confident managing projects independently

What's on Offer

Competitive salary reflective of experience

Company pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits package

Opportunity to join a stable, reputable contractor with a strong regional presence

If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a senior role, or an established Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking a long-term opportunity with a forward-thinking regional contractor, we would welcome your application.

Contact David @ PPM Recruitment on (phone number removed)