Senior Quantity Surveyor

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 28 April 2026
LOCATION
Leyland
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£80,000 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS

Quantity Surveying Civil Engineering Commercial Management Cost Planning Tender Documentation Subcontractor Procurement Contractual Knowledge Project Cost Monitoring

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Leyland, Lancashire

Salary: £60000 - £80000 per annum

Type: Permanent

Sector: Construction Operations

Reference: 39807_1775830972

About the Role

We are working with a highly respected and growing main contractor, delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors throughout the North. With a strong pipeline of work and ambitious growth plans, the business is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to developing its people.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a senior role within a progressive and forward-thinking business. The role offers a clear route for career progression, with the chance to take on greater responsibility, influence commercial strategy, and play a key role in the continued success of the company. You will be joining a supportive commercial team where your development is actively encouraged, making this an ideal move for someone looking to advance towards Commercial Manager level in the near future.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the commercial management of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account
  • Manage and mentor junior surveyors, supporting their development
  • Prepare cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation
  • Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, and accounts
  • Monitor project costs, identify risks, and drive value engineering opportunities
  • Ensure strong contractual and commercial control across projects
  • Liaise closely with operational teams, clients, and stakeholders

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a Civil Engineering contractor environment
  • Strong commercial acumen and contractual knowledge
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Relevant qualifications (Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar preferred)
  • Competitive salary, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package

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