At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial and contractual aspects of construction projects, ensuring profitability and timely delivery.
- Company: Established construction business in Leeds with a focus on growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, pension scheme, and real project ownership.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with great growth plans and opportunities for autonomy.
- Why this job: Take charge of exciting projects and make a significant impact in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in Quantity Surveying, strong commercial awareness, and excellent negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We are working with a well-established and growing construction business based in Leeds who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
This is a key role within the business, offering the chance to take full commercial ownership of multiple projects while working closely with senior leadership. You will play a vital part in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, on time, and to a high standard.
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from initial tender through to final account. You will be overseeing several live projects (typically up to 5-6 at any one time), each with values up to £3 million, across the Yorkshire region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and managing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
- Producing client valuations and applications for payment
- Managing and agreeing variations with clients
- Cost planning, forecasting, and budget control
- Procuring and appointing subcontractors
- Negotiating subcontract packages and agreements
- Reviewing subcontractor payments and variations
- Administering and managing contract documentation (JCT)
- Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
- Supporting project delivery teams to ensure programmes and budgets are met
- Leading final account negotiations with clients and subcontractors
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a confident and commercially aware Quantity Surveyor who is comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.
Requirements:
- Minimum 7+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying within construction
- Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong commercial awareness and financial control skills
- Experience working on projects up to £3 million
- Good working knowledge of JCT contracts
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
- Proficient in IT systems and commercial reporting tools
- Proactive, professional, and solutions-focused mindset
What's on Offer
Competitive salary (DOE), car or car allowance, pension scheme, opportunity to work closely with Directors, real autonomy and ownership of projects, supportive team environment with strong growth plans.
If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for more responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real impact within a growing business — we want to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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