Senior Quantity Surveyor

Leyland, Lancashire
Fawkes & Reece (North)

Senior Quantity Surveyor

60,000 – 65,000 p/a + 6000 car allowance & Hybrid working (2dpw WFH)

Leyland, Lancashire

Very exciting senior commercial role within one of the leading highways contractors in the North West of England. Seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team to be based out of Leyland.

About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor

The role involves mentoring and providing guidance to intermediate and assistant quantity surveyors while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with key clients. It requires maintaining rigorous commercial control across all areas of the business and working closely with the operational team to achieve project and framework financial objectives.

The role will require an element of travel.

Responsibilities for Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cost Management

• Prepare, review and update detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects
• Monitor project expenditures, analyse variances and implement cost saving measures
• Delivery of the end-to-end commercial process for a project, owning the commercial aspects of the scheme from enquiry receipt, though estimating and delivery and until final account close-out.
• Deal effectively in managing work in progress to achieve project cash flow forecasts.
• Produce and deliver monthly CVR’s to senior managers, producing accurate forecasts of cost and value at completion of the project.
• Submit and agree CE’s in a timely fashion and maintain CE Registers and/or CEMAR.

Contract Administration

• Manage the preparation of contract documents, including bills of quantities and scopes of work.
• Oversee contract negotiations and review terms to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
• Handle contractual disputes, claims, and variations, providing expert advice to resolve issues effectively.
• Complete timely applications and response to Client queries to achieve project cash flow forecasts.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Respond to Client requests promptly, effectively, and professionally
• To demonstrate the up most integrity and respect in all aspects of day-to-day commercial management of the business.
• Resolution of any issues arising with the Client in relation to either change events or applications, at all time’s protecting the company’s interests whilst at the same time acting collaboratively and protecting relationships with our client
• Represent the company in meetings, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction and trust.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and support junior and intermediate quantity surveyors, providing guidance and training.
• Foster a collaborative environment to enhance team performance and development.

Requirements for Senior Quantity Surveyor

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor on Civil Engineering Highways projects
• Strong knowledge of NEC Contracts
• Full UK right to work
• UK Drivers license

What we offer for Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Base salary: 60,000 – 65,000 p/a (dependant on experience)
• Car Allowance: 6000 p/a
• Permanent full time employment
• 5 days per week – 2 days working from home / 3 office based (In Leyland or on Site)
• Extensive benefits package & Rewards scheme
• Company Pension
• Private Healthcare

If you want to hear more about this Senior Quantity Surveyor role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV.