Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveying.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quantity surveying within the M&E sector, particularly in the nuclear and water industries. They will play a key role in managing costs and contractual agreements for our projects, ensuring profitability and compliance with industry standards.

• Cost Management: Oversee all cost management aspects of projects, including estimating, budgeting, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contract Administration: Manage contract agreements and negotiations, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and minimizing risks.
• Procurement: Coordinate procurement activities, including tendering, supplier selection, and contract awards, while ensuring value for money and adherence to project specifications.
• Commercial Management: Monitor project financial performance, identify potential risks, and implement strategies to mitigate them. Provide accurate and timely financial reports to project stakeholders.
• Variations and Claims: Assess and manage variations and claims, negotiating settlements where necessary and maintaining accurate records.
• Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering collaboration and resolving disputes effectively.
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to junior members of the quantity surveying team, fostering their professional development and ensuring high performance standards.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.
• Valuations, Monthly valuation preparation, forecasting and management.

Your Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field is desirable but qualification through experience is welcomed. Professional accreditation (MRICS) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in quantity surveying within the M&E sector, ideally with specific experience in the nuclear and water industries.
• Proven track record of successfully managing costs and contracts for complex projects, delivering them on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of contractual agreements, procurement processes, and commercial management principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools such as Excel, and project management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment, with the flexibility to work remotely when necessary.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stockton-On-Tees

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

19-03-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English