Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Residential Groundworks Location: Bedfordshire Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (PAYE or LTD) Salary: Up to £85,000 (DOE) + Company Benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established residential groundworks contractor with an annual turnover of approximately £70 million, delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundwork packages for leading housebuilders across the South East and Midlands. With a strong reputation for safety, quality, and consistent delivery, they have built long-standing relationships within the residential sector. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Bedford. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong residential groundworks experience to take a leading role within a growing contractor. The successful candidate will oversee the commercial and financial performance of multiple projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and efficient delivery from tender stage through to final account. Key Responsibilities * Lead the commercial management of multiple residential groundworks projects * Prepare, review, and manage budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts * Oversee interim valuations, variations, and final account agreements * Monitor project costs, cash flow, and CVRs * Manage subcontract procurement and accounts * Provide commercial guidance to site teams and junior surveyors * Identify and drive value engineering opportunities * Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting systems Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within residential groundworks * Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (JCT/NEC) * Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously * Excellent negotiation and leadership skills * Ability to mentor and support junior team members * Strong attention to detail and organisational skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) * Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (HNC/HND/Degree preferred) What’s on Offer * Competitive salary – up to £85,000 per annum depending on experience * Company car or car allowance * Pension scheme and additional benefits * Opportunity to join a £70m turnover contractor with a strong pipeline of work * Clear progression into senior commercial leadership roles