Senior Quantity Surveyor

Overview

In this role you will lead commercial and contractual activities across multiple projects within a growing specialist subcontractor. You will work closely with the commercial team to manage costs, reports, and client/contractor relationships, supporting project delivery from procurement to final account. The opportunity sits in Essex with a strong forward order book and a focus on high-end interiors. This position offers impact through effective commercial management and proactive problem solving in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of multiple projects
• Prepare, submit and agree interim valuations and payment applications
• Control variations, change processes and related negotiations
• Review and agree subcontractor and supplier accounts
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts and cash-flow projections
• Monitor project costs against budgets and identify commercial risks and opportunities
• Manage applications, payments and final accounts
• Negotiate variations and claims with clients and main contractors
• Review contracts, specifications and project documentation
• Support project teams with commercial and contractual advice
• Maintain accurate commercial records and report to senior management
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, main contractors, suppliers and subcontractors
• Assist with the development of junior commercial team members

Key requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor in the specialist subcontracting sector
• Strong experience in drylining, ceilings, partitions, suspended ceilings or interior fit-out
• Solid understanding of construction contracts, commercial management and subcontractor accounts
• Experience managing projects from procurement through to final account
• Strong knowledge of valuations, variations, applications, CVRs and forecasting
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Commercially driven and proactive approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and numerical/analytical skills
• Relevant construction/commercial qualifications are desirable, though strong industry experience is also considered

• Negotiation
• Communication
• Proactivity
• Valuations
• Variations
• Applications

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