Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Location:

Newton Abbot. Permanent. Salary: £65,000‑£70,000. Full‑time. Seniority:
Not applicable.

We’re working with a specialist marine contractor delivering complex marine and coastal infrastructure projects, and we are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our Commercial team.

This senior‑level position carries responsibility for the commercial, financial, and contractual performance of multiple high‑value projects. Key duties include cost control, procurement strategy, risk management, stakeholder engagement, mentoring junior surveyors, and contributing to wider commercial strategy.

• Lead commercial management across multiple marine infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, CVRs, and cash flow.
• Oversee contract administration, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, driving value engineering and cost efficiency.
• Manage procurement strategies and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Provide P&L reporting and financial performance updates to senior leadership.
• Support and mentor junior quantity surveyors.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, project teams, and supply chain partners.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, financial, and HSE requirements.

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong background in marine infrastructure, civil engineering, or heavy construction.
• Excellent knowledge of contract administration and commercial risk management.
• Confident managing high‑value contracts and complex negotiations.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Degree‑qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (professional accreditation desirable).
• Comfortable travelling to sites as required.

• Salary up to £70,000, plus bonus scheme and car allowance.
• Senior role with real influence across major marine projects.
• Long‑term career opportunity within a growing specialist contractor.
• Exposure to complex, high‑value infrastructure schemes.
• Supportive commercial team and leadership environment.

• Location:
  
  Newton Abbot
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Seniority Level: Not Applicable
• Job Function:
  Management
• Industry: Building Construction and Civil Engineering