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Senior Quantity Surveyor
Job in
Luton, Bedfordshire, EX14, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-26
Listing for:
Tradeline Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-26
Job specializations:
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Construction
Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our clients commercial team delivering major civils and infrastructure projects across commercial projects.
This role requires strong experience in heavy civil engineering and groundworks and demonstrable expertise administering JCT Forms of Contract.
The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring effective cost control, contract administration, and risk management.
Key responsibilities
* Lead commercial management of civils and infrastructure projects.
* Administer and manage contracts under JCT
* Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements
* Manage Early Warning Notices and Compensation Events under JCT
* Oversee cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
* Prepare and assess interim applications and valuations
* Conduct cost value reconciliation (CVR) and financial reporting
* Manage change control processes and risk registers
* Lead subcontractor procurement and commercial negotiations
* Provide contractual advice to project and site teams
* Prepare and agree final accounts
* Ensure compliance with company governance and client requirements
Essential requirements
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civils and infrastructure projects on non-residential projects
* Strong working knowledge and practical experience administering JCT Contracts
* Demonstrable experience managing Compensation Events and Early Warnings
* Experience in cost reporting and financial control on multi-million-pound projects
* Strong understanding of construction law and contract principles
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
* Experience working for a Main Contractor or Civils Contractor
* Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Key competencies
* Commercial acumen
* Analytical and detail-oriented
* Strong communication and leadership skills
* Proactive and solutions-focused
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience Additional Information / Benefits
Excellent benefits package
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