Senior Quantity Surveyor
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | Suffolk, East Anglia |
| Sector | Highways & Infrastructure |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Alasdair Starmore |
| Job Ref | 19732 |
- Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure
SuffolkA leading infrastructure contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing project team in Suffolk, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure works.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile schemes within a well-established business that continues to expand across the UK, particularly in projects supporting long-term infrastructure resilience and the transition to net zero.
The Role
You’ll be a key member of a dedicated site team, taking responsibility for the commercial management and contractual administration of projects. Working closely with both clients and subcontractors, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and profitably.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing subcontract procurement, negotiation and administration
- Overseeing subcontract packages, valuations and change control
- Preparing and submitting applications for payment
- Issuing contractual notices in line with contract requirements
- Managing compensation events and variations
- Producing CVRs, cost plans and forecasts
- Supporting project teams with accurate commercial reporting
- Attending client and subcontractor meetings to drive progress and mitigate risk
About You
- Experience as a Quantity Surveyor/Senior QS within infrastructure or construction
- Strong understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC)
- Commercially astute with excellent negotiation skills
- Confident managing stakeholders at all levels
- Proficient in Excel and cost management systems (e.g. CEMAR, Oracle)
- Degree qualified (or equivalent experience)
- Professional membership (MRICS/MCIOB) desirable or in progress
What’s in It for You?
- Work on major, high-value UK infrastructure projects
- Join a growing and stable organisation with a strong pipeline of work
- Clear career progression and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working arrangements where possible
- Supportive, collaborative team environment