Senior Quantity Surveyor

AKR-SQS-003 

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor 
Location: Southampton  
Salary: £70,000-£80,000 per annum (DOE)  
Type: Permanent 

About the Role:  

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior quantity surveyor to join a well-established regional construction company in their South Coast office. The role will see you manage costs related to a range of  building projects across the commercial, education, leisure, healthcare, defence and logistic sectors. You will also ensure smooth financial and operational outcomes, providing long-term growth and excellent career prospects. 
 
Key Responsibilities: 

• Cost Control and Management: Oversee project budgets from start to finish, ensuring alignment with forecasts. 

• Contract Negotiation: Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to negotiate contracts and pricing for maximum profitability. 

• Financial Reporting: Provide detailed cost reports to ensure transparency and support project delivery. 

• Project Monitoring: Track project progress, resolving financial discrepancies to keep projects within budget. 

• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, site teams, and stakeholders for successful project execution. 

• Risk Management: Identify financial risks, offering proactive solutions to mitigate them. 

• Tender Preparation: assist in preparing and managing tender documentation throughout the construction lifecycle. 

• Client Interaction: Attend client meetings and communicate cost implications for various construction methods. 

• Claims Management: Please note, this role will not involve dealing with claims. 

Key Requirements: 

• Experience: Proven track record as a senior quantity surveyor, ideally within residential or construction sectors. 

• Education: HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. 

• Skills: strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation and communication abilities. 

• Driving License: Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to various sites as required. 

• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a project team, supporting successful delivery from concept to completion 

What’s in it for you? 

• Career Development: Opportunity for progression within a growing company. 

• Training: Continuous professional development in a supportive environment. 

• Competitive Package: attractive salary with flexibility for the right candidate. 

• Diverse Projects: Exposure to a variety of projects, providing new challenges and scope for growth. 

• Long-Term Rewards: Join a high-tenure company with strong prospects for progression. 

Next Steps: 

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a senior quantity surveyor, apply today. 
 
3D Personnel Ltd. specialises in the construction sector, placing professionals in roles such as: Assistant Site Managers | Site Supervisors | Site Managers | Senior Site Managers | Contracts Managers | Project Managers | Construction Managers | Construction Directors | Construction Project Directors 

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