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Kenton Black

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Mansfield Full-Time 54000 - 126000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

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Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Residential Groundworks

Permanent Role

£80m Turnover Contractor

We are currently working on behalf of a well-established £80m turnover residential groundworks contractor who, due to continued growth and a strong secured workload, are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in the East Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially strong Senior QS to take a leading role on major residential groundworks and infrastructure packages, working closely with operational and senior management teams.

The Role

You will take full commercial responsibility for one or more residential groundworks projects, overseeing cost control, subcontractor management, and commercial reporting, while also supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the commercial management of residential groundworks projects
Preparing and agreeing interim valuations, variations, and final accounts
Managing cost reporting, forecasting, and budget control
Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors
Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
Working closely with site and operational teams to ensure cost control
Providing commercial input to senior management
Supporting and mentoring Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within residential groundworks or civil engineering
Strong understanding of subcontract procurement and account management
Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred)

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Senior role within a financially secure £80m contractor
Long-term career progression opportunities
Exposure to large-scale residential groundworks projects
Supportive and professional working environment

Senior Quantity Surveyor employer: Kenton Black

Join a thriving Nottingham-based Residential Groundworks Business that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With competitive salaries up to £90,000 p.a., generous benefits including a car allowance and pension scheme, and opportunities for career progression, this company is dedicated to your professional growth while working on diverse and exciting projects. Embrace the potential for hybrid working and be part of a team that is committed to excellence and innovation in the construction industry.