The role is Hybrid, office-based in Warrington 3 days per week, working closely with operational teams, subcontractors, clients, and senior leadership.
What you'll be doing
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior QS, you will:
* Lead and support a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Administrators.
* Manage subcontractor accounts, including dispute resolution where required.
* Drive value maximisation through effective change control and contract management.
* Ensure accurate weekly cost reporting, valuations, and WIP management.
* Prepare payment applications and support the business in achieving cash flow targets.
* Provide commercial insight to Project Managers, Contracts Managers, and the Commercial Manager.
* Support annual budget preparation, monthly reforecasting, and profit & loss reporting.
* Build strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders.
Who we're looking for
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS—ideally within highways, infrastructure, civil engineering, structural repair, concrete remediation, or similar
* Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts (essential).
* Skilled in developing and managing subcontracts and commercial agreements.
* Highly organised, analytical, and confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong IT skills (Word, Excel) and clear, professional presentation abilities.
* A team player with integrity, accuracy, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Professional and personal development
My client a major major contractor in the UK provides incredible opportunities, regardless of what stage you are at in your career
Salary description
£50000.00 - £70000.00 per year