Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description:

£30m Defence / Commercial Build

Location: Berkshire

Position Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £108,000 DOE + Benefits

Sector: Specialist MEP / Commercial Build / Defence

Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC Clearance

The Role

Are you a commercially strong Senior Quantity Surveyor with an M&E background, looking for a standalone project delivery role on a secure site?

We are recruiting for a Senior QS to lead the M&E commercial delivery of a £30m commercial build project on an MOD site in Berkshire. Working as the standalone Senior QS on site and reporting into a Senior Commercial Manager, you will take full commercial ownership of the package- covering office development and potential specialised hangar structures under an NEC contract.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Project Delivery: Take end-to-end commercial responsibility for a £30m M&E commercial build package.

Contract & Change Management: Manage applications for payment, compensation events, and variations in accordance with NEC terms to maximise entitlement.

Subcontract Management: Oversee subcontract accounts from procurement, valuation, and variation management through to final account settlement.

Financial Control & Reporting: Maintain precise commercial records, manage risk and opportunity schedules, and provide accurate cost-to-complete reporting to senior stakeholders.

Operational Collaboration: Work closely with the on-site operational delivery team to drive commercial awareness and profitability.

What We Are Looking For

Essential Criteria:

M&E / MEP Expertise: Proven track record as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within an M&E contractor environment.

Security Clearance (Crucial): Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC). Candidates with active SC Clearance or a clear UK residency history will be strongly prioritised.

Contract Knowledge: Practical understanding of NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.

Qualifications: Degree, HNC, or equivalent industry experience in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management.

Package & Benefits

Competitive Base Salary: Up to £108,000 (DOE) + London Travel Allowance

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Pension: Up to 8% employer contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Personal Development: Structured career pathway and ongoing progression

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Support

Flexible Benefits Package & Employee Discounts

How to Apply

If you have an M&E contractor background, strong NEC experience, and are SC cleared (or eligible), submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status