Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: King s Lynn, Norfolk
Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum + competitive benefits
Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An established and growing construction business operating across East Anglia is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team.

The Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple projects from tender stage through to final account. The role will suit a commercially astute Senior QS who is confident operating independently while contributing to a wider team strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and supporting tenders, pricing and commercial submissions

• Producing take-offs, Bills of Quantities and subcontract enquiries

• Reviewing and negotiating contract terms to ensure commercial alignment

• Attending pre-start and progress meetings with clients and stakeholders

• Managing monthly valuations in line with agreed programmes

• Identifying, valuing and agreeing variations and change control

• Carrying out site measurements and monitoring progress against budgets

• Leading subcontract procurement, selection and commercial appointments

• Managing subcontractor valuations, payments, and invoice approval

• Producing cost value reconciliations, forecasts and final accounts

• Maintaining accurate cost reporting and commercial controls

• Supporting the development of commercial strategies to protect margins

• Building strong working relationships with clients, consultants and site teams

Essential experience:

• Proven experience in a Senior QS or established QS role ready to take the next step in your career

• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes

• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills

• High level of commercial awareness and attention to detail

• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a team environment

Desirable:

• Relevant construction, surveying or commercial qualification (HND / Degree / RICS pathway)

• SSSTS, CSCS and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

What s On Offer

• Salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience

• Performance-related bonus structure

• Company vehicle or allowance

• Pension scheme

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Ongoing training, development and career progression

• Hybrid working model

Apply to this role in confidence to Emma at Anglian Recruitment