Senior Quantity Surveyor

Your new company Working with a leading civil engineering contractor in Sussex. This privately-owned business is renowned for its professional approach in delivering projects on time and within budget. With a people-first culture and strong regional presence, they specialise in highways, bridges, rail, and infrastructure. Their success is built on long-term frameworks and repeat partnerships, earning a reputation for reliability and innovation across both public and private sectors. Your new role This role involves preparing clear and accurate cost estimates while effectively managing and controlling project finances to maintain strong profitability. You will support and guide junior team members as needed, ensuring high standards across the team. A key responsibility includes preparing and negotiating contract changes, as well as managing subcontractor procurement and issuing agreements. You will review, assess, and certify subcontractor payment applications, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. The position requires maintaining quality, safety, environmental, and company standards throughout all project stages. You will track project costs to ensure budgets remain on target and identify potential risks, contributing to the development of effective mitigation plans. Additionally, you will assist in preparing documentation required for dispute resolution processes. What you'll need to succeed You will be a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor, bringing extensive expertise in managing projects under the NEC form of contract and a proven track record delivering civil engineering schemes for main contractors. You will excel in applying innovative solutions to complex challenges and demonstrate strong negotiation skills across all levels of the construction environment. Ambitious and adaptable, you will combine confident, clear communication with a flexible approach to project demands. Due to this being a regional-based role, the successful candidate must have a full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return A salary upto £80K + package + benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)