Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Main ContractorLocation - LancashireSalary/Package - £65,000 - £75,000 + Excellent Benefits PackageAbout the CompanyOur client is a long-established, employee-owned main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the UK. Operating for more than 65 years, they specialise in delivering complex schemes across the education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, defence, leisure, heritage, and public sectors through long-term frameworks, repeat business, and strategic client partnerships.Built on a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, the business combines the stability of an established contractor with a people-first approach, delivering projects that create lasting value for clients, communities, and supply chain partners. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment across the business, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.The RoleAs Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:Managing the commercial delivery of multiple construction projects from pre-contract through to final accountPreparing and managing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accountsProcuring and managing subcontractor packagesProducing accurate CVRs, cost forecasts, and commercial reportsMonitoring project costs and ensuring commercial performance is maximisedIdentifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycleAdministering contracts and ensuring contractual complianceWorking closely with Project Managers and operational teams to deliver projects on time and within budgetBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholdersSupporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team where requiredThe Ideal CandidateThe successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will have:Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a Main Contractor environmentExperience delivering projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, residential, or public sector developmentsStrong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contractsExcellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledgeExperience managing projects through the full commercial lifecycleStrong negotiation and stakeholder management skillsExcellent communication and organisational abilitiesDegree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related disciplineMembership of RICS or working towards chartered status would be advantageousWhat's on OfferCompetitive basic salary of £65,000 - £75,000Attractive benefits packageOpportunity to join a well-established and financially secure main contractorLong-term career progression within an employee-owned businessExposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectorsSupportive and collaborative commercial teamOngoing professional development and career advancement opportunitiesApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.INDCOMTPBN1_UKTJ