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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Highways Structures
Location: Manchester
Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 + Car/Allowance & Full Package
We're recruiting on behalf of a growing main contractor who specialise in complex building structures across both the infrastructure and building sectors. With a newly secured 2-year contract to deliver multiple structures as part of a major highways project in the North West, they are now seeking a talented Senior QS to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a site-based role, lead a small commercial team, and play a key part in the continued growth of the business in the region.
As Senior QS, you'll be the commercial lead for my clients team, managing day-to-day commercial activity while mentoring a small commercial team. You'll work closely with the project leadership team to deliver efective cost control, contract management, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the commercial management of a package of structures on a major highways project
- Oversee change control, valuations, cost forecasting, and final accounts
- Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and performance
- Ensure compliance with contractual and commercial requirements
- Provide regular financial reports to the commercial manager and project lead
- Develop and mentor junior commercial team members
- Build strong relationships with client representatives, supply chain, and internal teams
About You - What Our Client Is Looking For
- Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large infrastructure or major building projects
- Strong knowledge of contract management (NEC experience preferred)
- Previous experience of working on highways or civil engineering structures projects is highly desirable
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
- Ability to work autonomously while guiding and developing junior staff
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive starting salary of 65,000 - 75,000
- Car allowance (6,000)
- Private healthcare
- Private pension contributions
- 25 days leave + bank holidys
- The chance to be part of a growing business in the North West with clear opportunities for progression
- Involvement in one of the region's most significant infrastructure schemes
If you're a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take on a leadership role within a main contractor that's expanding in the North West, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion.
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