Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance + Package

Location: Kent

Contract Type: Permanent

Due to continued growth and an expanding workload, we are recruiting on behalf of one of our Tier 1 clients for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a multi-billion-pound rail infrastructure upgrade in the southern region.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile rail project, working for a leading contractor with a strong pipeline of future works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate monthly accounting, costing, and financial reporting for inclusion in monthly accounts packages.
• Work closely with Project Managers to brief on specifications, BoQs, and contractual implications.
• Monitor and manage costs against contract/tender agreements, highlighting any commercial risks or concerns to the Commercial Manager.
• Engage with clients on cost updates, variations, authorisations, and claims—ensuring contractual compliance.
• Assist in tender preparation, pricing strategies, and developing charging structures.
• Lead procurement activities to ensure best value from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Produce precise calculations, measurements, and commercial documentation.
• Prepare and deliver monthly performance reports and KPIs.
• Set and manage departmental budgets in collaboration with senior leadership and finance teams.
• Manage and motivate a team, setting objectives, reviewing performance, and supporting development.
• Ensure clear, effective communication channels within the department and across the wider organisation.
• Comply with and uphold all health, safety, and environmental standards and procedures.
• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others.
• Cooperate with health and safety directives and legal requirements.
• Ensure your team complies with all HSE obligations and is appropriately trained and competent.
• Report any HSE risks, incidents, or near misses promptly to your manager.

Experience required:

• Previous experience working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors.
• Proven background in civil engineering, infrastructure, or rail projects.
• Demonstrated line management experience, with a track record of leading and developing commercial teams (1-2 people)

If this sounds like your next career move, don't hesitate and apply via the button on screen or send a CV to Jordan at jordan.ives-stanbra@ganymedesolutions.co.uk