Senior Quantity Surveyor

Fen Ditton, Cambridgeshire
PSR Solutions

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Salary: 75,000 – 85,000 + Package

Location: Cambridge

Sector: Education / Public Sector Construction

(DfE Experience Required)

Type: Permanent / Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with proven experience working on Department for Education (DfE) projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor or consultancy delivering high-quality educational builds across the UK.

You’ll play a pivotal role in managing costs, contracts, and commercial performance across multiple school and university projects, ensuring compliance with DfE frameworks and standards.

Benefits for Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Company pension contributions via Group Personal Pension Plan
• Life assurance and death-in-service cover
• Performance-based bonus scheme (after qualifying period)
• Car allowance and vehicle discounts
• Financial support for professional qualifications (e.g. RICS, CIOB)
• Opportunities for construction degree apprenticeships
• Access to training and development resources
• 25 days annual leave (plus extra for long service)
• Health Cash Plan and optional private medical insurance
• Company sick pay
• Staff discounts on entertainment, retail, and travel
• Mileage allowance for work-related travel
• Investors in People accredited – committed to staff development and well-being

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Lead commercial management of education sector projects from inception to completion
• Ensure compliance with DfE procurement and cost benchmarking guidelines
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost plans
• Negotiate contracts and manage subcontractor relationships
• Provide accurate reporting and risk management
• Collaborate with project managers, design teams, and clients

Requirements for a Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying, with at least 2 years on DfE-funded projects
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• MRICS or working towards chartership preferred
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement and DfE frameworks
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

Apply Now
If you’re a commercially astute QS with DfE experience and a passion for education builds, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV to Kyle Young at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.