Senior Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor needed to lead the commercial function within a growing FM division of an SME contractor. You will oversee a small commercial team and manage multiple fast-turnaround projects up to 3.5m, while supporting bid submissions and client relationships. This is a high-impact, hands-on role in a fast-paced environment with clear progression as the division expands. You will shape commercial strategy, maximise profitability, and mentor colleagues to drive continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits

• car allowance: 6,000
• discretionary bonus up to 10%
• pension scheme
• 28 days leave (+ bank holidays)
• 2 days home working per week after probation
• flexible working arrangements

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the FM commercial function and team (QS and two Technical Quoters)
• Full commercial management of FM, maintenance and project contracts
• Review client contract documents, identify risk/opportunity, and advise accordingly
• Procurement and management of supply chain resources to meet programme needs
• Forecasting and cost/value reporting; change control to maximise revenue
• Weekly programme reviews and variance analysis against plan
• Maximise cash collection and support bid submissions
• Mentor and develop junior commercial staff
• Manage multiple projects/workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced setting

Key requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor; ~5 years at Senior QS level preferred
• FM, maintenance or small works background
• Experience with larger projects up to ~3.5m
• Experience with bespoke or amended JCT contracts and NEC4
• Proven track record managing multiple projects and leading commercial staff
• Strong commercial awareness and contract risk/opportunity identification
• HNC, Degree or equivalent in QS or Commercial Management
• Strong IT skills; full UK driving licence
• Experience at Commercial Manager level considered with day-to-day involvement in projects

• leadership and mentoring
• strong communication with clients and teams
• commercial acumen and risk management
• JCT contracts (amended)
• NEC contracts (NEC4)
• cost/value forecasting

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