Senior Quantity Surveyor

The Company

Our client is a trusted civil engineering contractor based in the North West, offering a diverse range of services including earthworks, drainage, demolition and coastal defence projects. With over 30 years of experience, they have earned an impressive reputation for their commitment to safety, quality and professionalism. Their broad expertise enables them to adapt to evolving industry demands, consistently delivering reliable and effective solutions across various sectors. Their long-standing dedication to excellence has solidified their position as a dependable partner in civil engineering.

The Project

As a highly experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role within the senior commercial team on the civil engineering sector, managing various earthworks, drainage, coastal defence and infrastructure improvement projects across the North West with values between £200k - £6.8m. Initially, as the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide expert advice on financial matters and maintain accurate project documentation throughout the lifecycle of the projects.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

* RICS / CIOB Membership (desirable but not essential)
* Degree in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering or equivalent

It is also essential that you hold the experience below;

* Proven history of working on civils, earthworks, drainage, demolition, coastal defense or infrastructure improvements projects with values between £200k - £6.8m
* Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working in a Quantity Surveying position within the civil engineering sector

Additional skills;

* IT skills
* Effective time management
* Superb negotiation capabilities
* Analytical and Mathematical skills
* Excellent sales and presentation skills
* Ability to multitask and prioritise projects
* Strong communication and attention to details
* Proficient in utilising relevant software effectively
* Understanding of construction laws and regulations
* The ability to accurately estimate the costs associated with the project
* A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques

The Role

* Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
* Job Type: Permanent
* Project: Various earthworks, drainage, coastal defence & infrastructure improvements projects with values between £200k - £6.8m
* Location: North West
* Reporting to: Director

Duties

* Procurement
* Reporting regularly to the Director
* Evaluation of allocated tender provisions
* Compiling material usage and reconciliation reports
* Evaluate and compare offers from contractors and suppliers
* Assess th