Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Quantity Surveyor

Civil Engineering

Southwest

£55,000 - £75,000 + (DOE)

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Marine & Civil Engineering

A leading marine and civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of marine, coastal, harbour, and infrastructure projects across the UK.

The Role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual aspects of complex marine and civil engineering schemes, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

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• Managing the commercial performance of multiple marine and infrastructure projects
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• Preparing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts
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• Administering subcontractor packages and procurement processes
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• Producing accurate financial reporting and forecasts
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• Managing NEC and/or JCT contracts
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• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
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• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff
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• Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial success
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• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
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Candidate Requirements

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• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within marine, civil engineering, infrastructure, or heavy construction sectors
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• Strong understanding of NEC contracts
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• Experience managing complex infrastructure or marine-based projects desirable
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• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
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• Strong financial and analytical capabilities
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• Ability to work independently and lead commercial activities across projects
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• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline preferred
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• Professional membership (RICS/CICES or similar) advantageous
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What’s on Offer

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• Competitive salary and benefits package
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• Company car or car allowance
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• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
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• Career progression opportunities within a growing business
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• Opportunity to work on specialist marine and coastal engineering projects
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• Supportive and collaborative team culture
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  About the Company

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  The employer is a respected specialist contractor operating within the marine and civil engineering sector, delivering complex infrastructure solutions with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and technical expertise.

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  Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role.