Senior Quantity Surveyor

Here at Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major multi-year infrastructure refurbishment and renewal programme valued at approximately £30m. The role will involve commercial management across a portfolio of civil and structural works being delivered across multiple sites within the region including Lincolnshire, Northants East Anglia with the role being part office based in Tamworth with site visits when required.

This is a long-term programme offering involvement from early project phases through to completion, working alongside operational and delivery teams on complex refurbishment and upgrade works within a regulated infrastructure environment.

Main Duties:

* Support and mentoring of junior staff.

* Maximise profitability on contracts.

* Monitoring contract costs against budgets.

* Identifying potential risks and evaluate options for control.

* Preparation of estimates.

* Procurement of sub-contractors, including preparation of subcontract documents.

* Assessment and certification of interim and final payments to subcontractors.

* Preparation and agreeing main contract variations.

* Assist in the preparation of documents for resolution of disputes (adjudications / arbitrations and the like).

* Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedure.

Must haves:

We are seeking a candidate with proven experience in the commercial management of multiple concurrent schemes, ideally within a civil engineering or infrastructure environment. Previous design and build experience is desirable, alongside a strong working knowledge of NEC4 Option C contracts.

This is a client-facing role, requiring strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

Key Requirements

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Strong NEC contract knowledge and compensation event management experience

Commercial reporting and subcontractor account management experience

Ability to work independently and within a wider team

Strong communication and client-facing skills

Experience supporting junior team members is desirable

Full UK Driving licence

Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:

We don’t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:

* Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

* Company car or car allowance

* Hybrid working

* Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)

* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)

* Extensive training programmes

* Cycle-to-work scheme

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Employee benefits platform

* Free on-site parking

* Company social calendar

* Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events

* A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.

* ‘The Great Escape’ – leaving early every Friday!

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful