Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Highways Structures
Location: Manchester
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance & Full Package

We're recruiting on behalf of a growing main contractor who specialise in complex building structures across both the infrastructure and building sectors. With a newly secured 2-year contract to deliver multiple structures as part of a major highways project in the North West, they are now seeking a talented Senior QS to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a site-based role, lead a small commercial team, and play a key part in the continued growth of the business in the region.

As Senior QS, you'll be the commercial lead for my clients team, managing day-to-day commercial activity while mentoring a small commercial team. You'll work closely with the project leadership team to deliver efective cost control, contract management, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commercial management of a package of structures on a major highways project
• Oversee change control, valuations, cost forecasting, and final accounts
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and performance
• Ensure compliance with contractual and commercial requirements
• Provide regular financial reports to the commercial manager and project lead
• Develop and mentor junior commercial team members
• Build strong relationships with client representatives, supply chain, and internal teams

About You - What Our Client Is Looking For

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large infrastructure or major building projects
• Strong knowledge of contract management (NEC experience )
• Previous experience of working on highways or civil engineering structures projects is highly desirable
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Ability to work autonomously while guiding and developing junior staff
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification

Whats on Offer?

• Competitive starting salary of £65,000 - £75,000
• Car allowance (£6,000)
• Private healthcare
• Private pension contributions
• 25 days leave + bank holidys
• The chance to be part of a growing business in the North West with clear opportunities for progression
• Involvement in one of the region's most significant infrastructure schemes

If you're a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take on a leadership role within a main contractor that's expanding in the North West, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion.

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