Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Truro
- Date: 8 hours ago
Description:
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Up to £70,000 + £8,000 Car Allowance
Hybrid Working | Truro / Cornwall
Take commercial responsibility for major infrastructure schemes across Cornwall, backed by a long-term AMP8 programme and a working pattern that doesn't require five days a week on the road.
A well-established UK Civil Engineering contractor is recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial delivery of key projects within the South West Water AMP8 framework.
Plymouth provides a practical base for the position, with the majority of projects located throughout Cornwall. Hybrid working is available, with travel to Exeter typically required just once per month.
The Role
You'll have the autonomy to manage the commercial performance of multiple infrastructure projects, working closely with operational teams, clients and senior management.
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:
Managing the commercial delivery of multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
Administering NEC contracts and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
Producing CVRs, forecasts, cash flow reports and wider financial reporting.
Managing variations, subcontract procurement and final accounts.
Leading commercial discussions and negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
Providing guidance and development support to junior members of the commercial team. What You'll Need
You'll already be operating as an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a track record across civil engineering, utilities or major infrastructure projects.
Strong NEC contract knowledge is essential, alongside proven commercial and financial management capability. You'll also need the confidence to take ownership of project performance, manage commercial challenges and make well-informed decisions.
What's In It For You?
Alongside the opportunity to work on a secure, long-term AMP8 programme, the package includes:
Salary up to £70,000
£8,000 car allowance or EV company vehicle
Strong company pension
Healthcare
26 days' holiday + bank holidays
Hybrid working
Long-term workload through the South West Water AMP8 framework
Clear opportunities for career development and progression For a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for greater commercial ownership, a strong package and a long-term pipeline of infrastructure work that can be managed effectively from a Plymouth base, this role is worth exploring.
Apply now to find out more