Senior Quantity Surveyor

Austin Fraser; Barlborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Waites Recruitment Consultancy are Seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a full time basis.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Barlborough
Reporting to: CFO/Construction Director
Employment Type: Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join my clients team and take ownership of managing project costs, ensuring value for money, and driving efficiency across all stages of construction. Working closely with the CFO and Construction Director, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cost Management: Prepare and manage cost budgets, Predicted Final Accounts (PFA), and ongoing financial tracking to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
2. Tendering & Procurement: Prepare tender packages, analyse subcontractor quotations, and lead pre-let interviews to select the best value contractors.
3. Subcontractor Management: Place and issue orders, oversee monthly valuations, payments, and variations while maintaining robust cost controls.
4. Value Engineering: Work collaboratively with design and construction teams to identify and implement cost-saving solutions without compromising quality.
5. Reporting: Provide regular reports on costs, cash flow, and budget forecasts, identifying potential overruns early.
6. Team Leadership: Mentor and support junior team members, helping to build and grow the QS team as the business scales.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with:

1. Proven experience in quantity surveying within the construction sector.
2. A track record of managing costs effectively across multiple projects.
3. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry regulations.
4. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and subcontractors.
5. Leadership capabilities to mentor junior staff and shape a growing team.

About MY CLIENT

My client is a well-established housebuilder with a first-class reputation in the property industry. We are passionate about building beautiful homes that our customers can be proud of, and every Home features top-notch specifications throughout.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. We strive to create the best possible working environment and foster continuous training and development. Our dedicated team of skilled tradespeople, project managers, building professionals, and support staff are driving our business forward.

Here you'll have the opportunity to work on large, challenging projects as we pursue aggressive growth targets—making this a great time to develop your career within a growing business!

What we Offer

We value our team members and offer a competitive remuneration package, including:

1. Career growth opportunities
2. £60,000 - £70,000 pa + Car Allowance
3. Participation on the Company Bonus Scheme
4. Contributory pension scheme
5. Mobile phone allowance
6. Paid annual membership subscriptions for professional bodies
7. 23 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays
8. Free on-site parking

Additional Information

While this role is primarily office-based, occasional site visits will be required to oversee progress and ensure alignment with budgets and standards.

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