Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior / Project Quantity Surveyor

Location: West Winch, Norfolk/ London/ Kings Lynn
Contract Length: 10 months
Working Hours: 45 hours per week
Rate: £475 per day (Ltd Company) / £550 per day (PAYE Umbrella)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior / Project Quantity Surveyor to join a major highways infrastructure project for Norfolk County Council at West Winch.
The West Winch Housing Access Road project involves the construction of a new 2.5km single carriageway connecting the A10 to the A47, including roundabouts, active travel routes, bridge works, drainage, utility diversions and improvements to the A47 and Hardwick Interchange.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the commercial aspects of assigned work packages from procurement through to final account.

Prepare and agree applications for payment, valuations and payment certificates.

Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts and commercial reports.

Identify and manage contractual risks, opportunities, variations and claims.

Manage supply chain procurement, subcontractor negotiations and contract administration.

Implement change management and cost control procedures.

Liaise with site teams, clients, subcontractors and commercial teams.

Provide contractual advice and ensure compliance with company procedures.

Support programme delivery while maintaining health, safety and environmental standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

Post-graduate commercial experience within the construction industry.

Experience managing procurement and commercial packages across multiple trades.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, contractual correspondence and change management.

Experience with valuations, cost reporting, forecasting and final accounts.

Strong negotiation, analytical and communication skills.

Ability to work independently, lead teams and manage commercial risks.

RICS/CICES-accredited degree.

Desirable

Experience developing and implementing procurement and contract strategies.

Full or near completion of the relevant professional qualification for Senior Quantity Surveyors.

Contract Details

Duration: 10 months

Hours: 45 per week

Ltd Company: £475 per day

PAYE Umbrella: £550 per day
If you have strong commercial experience in civil engineering or major infrastructure projects and are looking for your next contract opportunity, apply now