Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: North East England

The Opportunity

Linear Recruitment is working in partnership with an established civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support its growing operations across the North East.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded QS with a strong background in civil engineering and infrastructure projects, looking to take ownership of projects, drive commercial performance and work closely with operational teams.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project costs, protecting margins and ensuring the commercial success of projects from inception through to final account.

What We Will Expect From You

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of projects from procurement through to final account.
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, payments, variations and final accounts.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and submit applications for payment, valuations and variations.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow and profitability.
• Negotiate with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and operational teams to ensure projects are delivered profitably.
• Ensure contractual notices, change control and commercial records are maintained.
• Support the Commercial Manager with reporting and wider business objectives.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure.
• Experience managing projects commercially from procurement through to final account.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and other relevant construction contracts.
• Experience managing subcontractors, valuations, variations and commercial negotiations.
• Excellent financial, analytical and contractual skills.
• Ability to work independently and build strong relationships with operational and commercial teams.
• Proactive approach to identifying commercial risks and maximising profitability.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across the North East.