Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: £65,000–£75,000 + package
Job Type: Permanent
About the Role
Our client is a well-established main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality construction projects across Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties.
Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility across a range of exciting projects.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across residential, social housing, commercial, heritage and low-carbon construction schemes, taking projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
Take full commercial responsibility for allocated projects
Manage project budgets, costs and forecasts
Lead procurement and subcontractor negotiations
Manage subcontractor accounts and payments
Prepare and agree valuations
Manage variations, claims and change control
Produce monthly cost reports and CVRs
Monitor project performance against budget
Manage cash flow and commercial reporting
Lead final accounts and commercial close-out
Support pre-construction, tendering and pricing activities
Work closely with the operational and design teams
Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and the supply chain
Identify commercial risks and opportunities
Mentor and support junior commercial team members About You
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor within UK construction
Main contractor experience is preferred
Strong JCT experience
Experience managing projects from pre-construction through to completion
Strong understanding of procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts
Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a relevant construction discipline
MRICS or working towards chartership would be advantageous
Strong IT and Excel skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Full UK driving licence Rewards & Benefits
£65,000–£75,000 salary depending on experience
Competitive benefits package
Long-term career progression
Opportunity to work on varied and high-quality projects
Professional development and training
Supportive and established commercial team To apply, please send your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£65000.00 - £75000.00 per year