Senior Quantity Surveyor

MANAGING QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Location: Basildon, Essex

Salary: Up to £85k + Package

An established residential contractor is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to become the No.2 commercial lead, supporting the Senior Commercial Manager in the delivery of major high-rise residential developments.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring robust commercial management across multiple projects, protecting profitability, managing risk, and supporting the commercial team throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Support the Senior Commercial Manager in the commercial delivery of high-rise residential developments.
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• Lead the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account.
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• Manage subcontract procurement, contract administration, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
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• Prepare and review CVRs, cost forecasts, budgets, and monthly commercial reports.
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• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, implementing strategies to maximise project profitability.
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• Manage and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
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• Work closely with operational, design, procurement, and finance teams to ensure successful project delivery.
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• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
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• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company commercial procedures.
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Candidate Requirements:

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• Qualified Quantity Surveyor
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• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, or Project Quantity Surveyor on major residential developments.
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• Extensive experience delivering high-rise reinforced concrete frame residential projects.
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• Strong background working for design & build (D&B) contractors.
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• Excellent knowledge of commercial management, procurement, subcontract administration, and contract law.
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• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
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• Full UK driving licence.
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Preferred:

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• Candidates available immediately or with no more than one month's notice will be strongly preferred.
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• Experience working on projects valued in excess of £30m.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor delivering landmark residential developments, offering genuine career progression into a senior commercial leadership position.