Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cannock, Staffordshire
Daniel Owen Ltd

Senior Quantity Surveyor

A well-established and growing construction contractor operating across the Midlands is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. The business delivers high-quality commercial and hospitality fit-out projects across a range of sectors and has built a strong reputation for reliability, quality and long-term client relationships. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, an opportunity has arisen for a commercially astute professional to play a key role in the organisation’s ongoing success.

Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cannock

Salary: 75,000 – 85,000 per annum + Car allowance + Package

This position will suit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who is confident managing multiple projects and providing strategic commercial oversight from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will work closely with the Commercial Director, Contracts Managers and operational teams to ensure projects are delivered profitably, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full commercial responsibility for allocated projects from tender handover to final account
• Prepare, submit and negotiate interim valuations, variations and final accounts
• Produce accurate cost value reconciliations (CVRs), forecasts and monthly reports
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, appointment and performance
• Administer contracts (JCT experience essential) and manage contractual risk
• Monitor project budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities and implement value engineering solutions
• Lead on dispute avoidance and resolution where required
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and commercial governance
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior commercial staff

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level within the construction sector
• Strong background in commercial and retail fit-out projects
• Excellent understanding of JCT forms of contract and commercial processes
• Demonstrable experience managing multiple schemes concurrently
• Strong negotiation, financial management and analytical skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
• High level of professionalism, organisation and attention to detail
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position, please apply with your updated CV.