Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cardiff

Location: South Wales

Salary: £60,000-£70,000 + £6k car allowance + package

Sector: Main Contractor / Residential

Start: ASAP

The Role – Senior Quantity SurveyorAs a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you\’ll oversee the commercial aspects of medium to large residential new build projects. You\’ll manage cost control, procurement, valuations and reporting while working closely with operational teams to ensure strong commercial outcomes.

You\’ll report into a Managing QS and will be supported by assistant and trainee surveyors, giving you the chance to lead day-to-day commercial activities while contributing to team development.

Key Responsibilities

Lead commercial management on residential new build projects

Prepare and manage monthly CVRs and financial reporting

Oversee procurement and subcontractor packages

Agree interim valuations and final accounts

Maintain strong cost control and manage variations

Ensure subcontractor accounts and documentation are kept accurate and up to date

Support project teams with commercial and contractual advice

Forecast and report project financial performance accurately

About You

Experience with a main contractor or developer is essential

Proven background on residential new build projects

Ability to deliver commercial outcomes within budget and programme

Experience supporting or leading junior surveyors (desirable)

Strong commercial and contractual understanding

A team-focused mindset and proactive approach to problem solving

Ability to commute to South Wales and local project sites

The Reward

£60,000-£65,000 basic salary

£6,000 car allowance

Strong company benefits package

Well-structured progression pathways

Interesting and varied residential developments

Long-term local work within South Wales

If you\’d like to discuss this Senior Quantity Surveyor role — or similar opportunities — contact Foresight Search in confidence

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