Senior Quantity Surveyor
Building Careers UK Ltd
Forton · posted 2 August 2026
Salary
£75,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Forton, Lancashire
Category
Construction and Property
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application.
- Main Contractor Location
- Lancashire Salary/Package
- £65,000
- £75,000 Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a long-established, employee-owned main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the UK.
Operating for more than 65 years, they specialise in delivering complex schemes across the education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, defence, leisure, heritage, and public sectors through long-term frameworks, repeat business, and strategic client partnerships.
Built on a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, the business combines the stability of an established contractor with a people-first approach, delivering projects that create lasting value for clients, communities, and supply chain partners.
With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment across the business, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.
The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for: Managing the commercial delivery of multiple construction projects from pre-contract through to final account Preparing and managing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts Procuring and managing subcontractor packages Producing accurate CVRs, cost forecasts, and commercial reports Monitoring project costs and ensuring commercial performance is maximised Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle Administering contracts and ensuring contractual compliance Working closely with Project Managers and operational teams to deliver projects on time and within budget Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team where required The Ideal Candidate The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will have: Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a Main Contractor environment Experience delivering projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, residential, or public sector developments Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge Experience managing projects through the full commercial lifecycle Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Excellent communication and organisational abilities Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Membership of RICS or working towards chartered status would be advantageous What's on Offer Competitive basic salary of £65,000
- £75,000 Attractive benefits package Opportunity to join a well-established and financially secure main contractor Long-term career progression within an employee-owned business Exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors Supportive and collaborative commercial team Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.
Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. xwzovoh
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application.
- Main Contractor Location
- Lancashire Salary/Package
- £65,000
- £75,000 Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a long-established, employee-owned main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the UK.
Operating for more than 65 years, they specialise in delivering complex schemes across the education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, defence, leisure, heritage, and public sectors through long-term frameworks, repeat business, and strategic client partnerships.
Built on a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, the business combines the stability of an established contractor with a people-first approach, delivering projects that create lasting value for clients, communities, and supply chain partners.
With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment across the business, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.
The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for: Managing the commercial delivery of multiple construction projects from pre-contract through to final account Preparing and managing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts Procuring and managing subcontractor packages Producing accurate CVRs, cost forecasts, and commercial reports Monitoring project costs and ensuring commercial performance is maximised Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle Administering contracts and ensuring contractual compliance Working closely with Project Managers and operational teams to deliver projects on time and within budget Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team where required The Ideal Candidate The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will have: Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a Main Contractor environment Experience delivering projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, residential, or public sector developments Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge Experience managing projects through the full commercial lifecycle Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Excellent communication and organisational abilities Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Membership of RICS or working towards chartered status would be advantageous What's on Offer Competitive basic salary of £65,000
- £75,000 Attractive benefits package Opportunity to join a well-established and financially secure main contractor Long-term career progression within an employee-owned business Exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors Supportive and collaborative commercial team Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.
Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. xwzovoh
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
INDCOM