Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier 1 Main Contractor (Commercial Build)

Location: Bury St Edmunds 

Salary: £80-£85k + benefits 

I’m currently working in partnership with a top-10, Tier 1 main contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team. This contractor is a recognised market leader in large-scale commercial build projects, offering long-term stability, high-profile work, and genuine career progression.

This is a key senior role, suited to a commercially astute QS who is comfortable taking ownership of projects and leading commercial performance from pre-construction through to final account.

The role will include:

• Full commercial management of major commercial construction projects

• Leading cost control, procurement, and subcontractor management

• Managing valuations, variations, and final accounts

• Advising project teams on commercial strategy and risk

• Mentoring and supporting junior commercial staff

• Working closely with operational and senior leadership teams

What my client is looking for:

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a Tier 1 or large main contractor

• Strong background in commercial build projects

• Excellent knowledge of standard forms of contract

• Confident stakeholder and subcontractor management skills

• Experience on the DfE framework is highly advantageous, though not essential

What’s on offer:

• Opportunity to work for a top-10 Tier 1 contractor on flagship commercial schemes

• Strong salary package with comprehensive benefits

• Clear progression routes into Managing QS or Commercial Manager roles

• A stable pipeline of secured work and long-term career security

To be considered for this role please apply with your CV, for further information please contact Jenny in our Cambridge office