Eastbourne
Due to continued growth, an established, privately owned civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its regional team. The business delivers infrastructure projects across the UK, specialising in highways, structures, and water, and operates through long-term frameworks with public sector clients. With a strong track record, turnover exceeding £100m, and a collaborative, stable working environment, the company is committed to employee development, safety, and sustainability.
The role will initially support a major infrastructure scheme in the South of England, involving highways and bridge works, with a programme of approximately 18 months starting in early 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide support and mentoring to junior team members
* Maximise contract profitability
* Cost estimation, monitoring project costs against budgets
* Identify potential risks and evaluate mitigation strategies
* Procure subcontractors, including preparing subcontract documentation
* Assess and certify interim and final payments to subcontractors
* Prepare and agree contract variations
* Assist in the preparation of documentation for dispute resolution (e.g. adjudication or arbitration)
* Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards, as well as internal procedures
Requirements:
* Strong communication skills with a proactive and flexible approach
* Ability to demonstrate innovative problem-solving and negotiation skills across multiple levels within a construction environment
* High level of numeracy and strong IT skills
* Experience working on civil engineering projects with a main contractor
* Previous experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role using NEC contracts
* Willingness to travel regionally and hold a valid UK driving licence
Benefits:
* Competitive benefits package and career development opportunities
* Life assurance (e.g. multiple of annual salary)
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Company vehicle or allowance
* Pension scheme with employer contribution
* Early finish on Fridays
* Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional leave
* Access to training and development programmes
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Employee benefits platform
Salary description
£60000.00 - £70000.00 per year