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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Structural Steel Projects
Location: Hybrid (UK-wide projects)
Salary: 85,000 + Company Car & Fuel Card + Excellent Benefits
Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in structural steel or new build construction projects?
Do you excel at managing the commercial and contractual delivery of complex, high-value schemes ensuring profitability, compliance, and client satisfaction?
If so, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected, long-established business delivering large-scale structural projects across the UK.
About the Role
Reporting to the UK Construction Director, and working closely with the Project Management and Site Management teams, you'll take full commercial responsibility for multiple structural steel projects from tender through to final account.
You'll oversee cost planning, procurement, contract negotiation, and financial reporting, playing a key role in maintaining strong commercial performance and building long-term client relationships. This position suits a commercially astute, hands on QS who enjoys technical challenges and working collaboratively across all stages of delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of structural steel projects.
- Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and procurement packages.
- Conduct detailed cost planning, measurement, and value engineering.
- Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure profitability.
- Prepare and agree monthly valuations, variations, and final accounts.
- Report on commercial performance and interface with clients and senior stakeholders.
- Support Project Managers and Site Managers with financial and contractual advice.
- Identify and manage commercial risks, ensuring compliance with NEC / JCT contracts.
- Work collaboratively with fabrication, operations, and installation teams to align project and commercial goals.
- Maintain accurate cost records, project documentation, and financial reports.
About You
You're a commercially driven professional who combines technical expertise with excellent negotiation and communication skills. You understand the intricacies of the structural steel industry and can balance commercial control with operational support.
You'll also bring:
- 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS in structural steel, fabrication, or major construction.
- Strong understanding of contract law and experience with NEC / JCT forms.
- Proven track record in cost management, forecasting, and reporting.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and commercial management tools.
- Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
Desirable:
- Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Construction Management.
- Experience working within steel fabrication environments and with BIM/digital measurement tools.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of 85,000 per annum (DOE)
- Company car and fuel card
- Hybrid working arrangement
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays
- 8% workplace pension scheme
- Voluntary Westfield Health Scheme
If this role could be of interest to you, click 'Apply' to send us your CV, we'd love to talk!
Key Skills: Site Manager Manager, Modular, MMC, Offsite, Healthcare, Education, Installation
This employer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
