Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Somerset, UK
Sector: Construction / Industrial Projects
Department: Commercial - Data Centre
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

V7 Recruitment is currently working with a leading international construction specialist to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major, high-value industrial construction project based in Somerset.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team, taking responsibility for the commercial management and surveying functions of a significant project. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining commercial control, managing contractual obligations and supporting the successful financial delivery of the project.
Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the financial, contractual and commercial management of the project.
• Maintain a strong understanding of contractual obligations and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage project contract budgets.
• Maintain and administer accurate contract records and documentation.
• Attend project and commercial meetings, including contract handover meetings.
• Produce regular cost reports and provide accurate commercial forecasts.
• Undertake measurement, valuations and associated commercial assessments.
• Prepare Loss and Expense claims in collaboration with senior commercial management.
• Manage the preparation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the client, PQS, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Provide guidance, support and mentoring to other members of the commercial team.

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications:

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent relevant qualification.

Experience and Technical Knowledge:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, processes and technology.
• Good knowledge of measurement, valuations and commercial claims.
• Experience managing Loss and Expense claims and contractual matters.
• Strong understanding of final account preparation and negotiation.
• Experience with subcontract procurement, subcontract orders and materials purchasing.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage project costs effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on a major, high-value industrial construction project.
• Long-term career development within an established international construction business.

Interested?If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity in the Somerset area, V7 Recruitment would be keen to hear from you.
Please submit your CV to V7 Recruitment for a confidential discussion.


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