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Senior Quantity Surveyor – Cambridgeshire
Salary: Up to £90,000 + Package
Sector: Education / DfE Schemes
Employer: Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor
A prestigious Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its established team in Cambridgeshire, delivering major DfE (Department for Education) schemes across the region. This is a standout opportunity for a commercially driven QS with a strong track record in education or public-sector new build projects.
The Role
You will take full commercial responsibility for large-value education projects, ensuring robust financial management throughout the lifecycle of each scheme. Key responsibilities include:
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Managing all commercial aspects from pre-construction through to final account
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Leading procurement strategies and overseeing subcontractor packages
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Preparing cost plans, forecasts, valuations, and detailed financial reports
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Ensuring compliance with DfE frameworks, processes, and contractual requirements
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Working closely with operational teams to support successful project delivery
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Building and maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships
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Providing mentorship and guidance to junior commercial team members
About You
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Extensive experience as a QS/SQS within a main contracting environment
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Background in education projects or DfE frameworks is highly advantageous
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Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and negotiation skills
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Confident communicator capable of influencing at all levels
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Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Committed to high standards of delivery, accuracy, and integrity
What’s on Offer
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Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
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Comprehensive package, including car allowance and additional benefits
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Opportunity to work on high-value, complex education schemes
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Long-term career progression within a top-tier contractor
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A supportive, forward-thinking team with an excellent reputation in the region
