Job Title Senior Quantity Surveyor Salary Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry. Location Tipton Our Company Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years’ experience built on strong, Black Country values. We’ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we’ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you’re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you’ll feel right at home here. The Role We are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering and construction projects, from initial cost planning through to final account settlement. The Quantity Surveyor will ensure alignment between Company and Client requirements, with a focus on cost efficiency, value optimisation and risk management to support the successful delivery of projects to agreed standards, budgets and timescales. Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong working relationships with senior commercial and operational stakeholders within key client organisations Support Contract Managers and Senior Management in the financial management, reporting and performance of assigned contracts Prepare and submit applications for payment and associated reports in line with contractual deadlines Manage the subcontractor process, including approvals, work allocation, payment certification and maintaining accurate records Undertake full commercial management of projects, including cost control, forecasting, and progress monitoring Produce and manage Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), including analysis of performance, tracking of variations and reporting on profitability Attend regular client meetings to review financial performance, resolve outstanding balances and support positive cash flow Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies including weekly review of Statements of Account across all workstreams Identify, analyse and respond to commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle Prepare and submit early warnings, compensation events and claims in accordance with contract requirements and negotiate commercial settlements Contribute to value engineering initiatives by proposing alternative solutions to improve cost efficiency Provide commercial input on contractual and legal matters arising during project delivery Support the wider commercial team with administrative duties, including data entry into internal systems and maintaining accurate filing structures Personal Qualities Strong commercial awareness Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail Confident communicator Strong negotiation and influencing skills Well organised with effective time management Proactive problem-solver High level of professionalism and integrity Resilient and confident Collaborative team player Committed to continuous professional development Technical Skills
Senior Quantity Surveyor M & A Doocey Civil Engineering employer: Doocey Group
Doocey Group is an exceptional employer located in the West Midlands, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises safety and professional development. As a Fleet Safety Coach & Driver Trainer, you will benefit from a supportive culture that encourages continuous learning and growth, alongside competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits. Join us to make a meaningful impact on driver performance while enjoying the unique advantages of working within a dedicated team focused on excellence in fleet management.
