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Heavy Civils (Structures – Highways)
Role Overview
We are working with a leading civil engineering contractor who is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support their Southern Region.
The role will initially be based on either a £12m highways scheme or a major infrastructure project at the Port of Dover, involving the construction of new entry and exit systems.
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take a leading role in the commercial management of projects, supporting delivery teams and mentoring junior staff.
Key responsibilities
* Supporting and developing junior members of the team.
* Managing project profitability and commercial performance.
* Monitoring costs against budgets and forecasts.
* Identifying risks and implementing control measures.
* Preparing estimates and cost plans.
* Procuring subcontractors and preparing subcontract documentation.
* Managing subcontractor payments including interim and final accounts.
* Handling variations under the main contract.
* Supporting the resolution of commercial disputes where required.
* Ensuring compliance with contractual, quality and safety standards.
About You
To be considered, you should have a strong commercial background within civil engineering, ideally on highways schemes.
Requirements:
* Experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on civil engineering projects.
* Strong highways project experience with a main contractor.
* Good understanding of NEC contracts.
* Experience managing subcontractors and leading commercial processes.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills.
* Solid numeracy and IT capability.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally.
What’s On Offer?
* Long-term work secured in the region.
* Supportive team with a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects.
* Opportunity to take real ownership on a major scheme.
* Clear progression as the business continues to grow.
* Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
* Pension matched up to 8%.
* Early finish at 13:00 every Friday.
* On-site parking.
* Life assurance cover (4x annual salary).
* Additional benefits including cycle-to-work scheme, wellbeing support, and social eventsDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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