The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key commercial role within the project, supporting the Commercial Manager in delivering robust commercial governance, accurate cost management, and high‑quality commercial intelligence across assigned work packages.
This role bridges responsibility between delivering commercial outputs directly and providing guidance to Quantity Surveyors within the team. The Senior QS will ensure effective contractual administration, maintain accurate forecasting, and proactively manage risk and opportunity to protect and enhance project value.
What You'll Be Doing
- Commercial & Cost Management: Manage commercial activities across work packages by ensuring effective cost control, accurate reporting and forecasting, subcontractor account management, and compliance with commercial procedures while supporting senior stakeholder reporting.
- Contract & Change Management: Administer NEC4 contracts by managing early warnings and compensation events, maintaining robust records, identifying and recording change, and providing commercial advice on contractual obligations and implications.
- Procurement & Supply Chain: Support procurement activities by developing tender documentation, evaluating and negotiating subcontractor agreements, monitoring supplier performance, and driving value for money through effective supply chain engagement.
- Project & Programme Support: Support project delivery by reviewing programme sequencing, enabling digital integration in commercial processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align cost and programme objectives.
- Risk Management & Dispute Avoidance: Identify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities, maintain strong supporting records, and assist in preparing evidence for claims and dispute avoidance in line with alliance standards.
- Team Support, Leadership & Development: Provide leadership and support to the commercial team through mentoring, reviewing outputs for accuracy, developing team capability, and fostering a positive and collaborative working environment.
What We're Looking For
- BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience.
- Working towards or holding professional membership (RICS, ICES, CIOB).
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret technical drawings.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a focus on achieving results.
- Previous commercial experience and industry knowledge are desirable.
- Previous experience or exposure to NEC Contracts.
As well as being part of a landmark project and working in a collaborative alliance environment, we offer:
- Discretionary annual bonus (based on personal/project performance)
- 15% project uplift
- Subsistence provided to cover all accommodation
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution)
- Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation)
- Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service)
- Option to purchase additional annual leave
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Senior Quantity Surveyor in Ipswich employer: AEPartners UK
AEPartners UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide extensive training opportunities and a supportive culture that values your contributions. Located in England, our team enjoys competitive benefits including a discretionary bonus, pension scheme, and generous annual leave, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in construction leadership.
