Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

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Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly, and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

We're looking for a proactive and collaborative Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a major scheme or a portfolio of smaller projects across the London region. This role combines the flexibility of home-based working with meaningful on-site involvement, giving you the autonomy to manage your workload while working closely with operational teams, clients and key stakeholders to influence project success.

As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management and financial performance of your projects. You will lead commercial activities from procurement and valuations through to reporting, cost control and change management. Your responsibilities will include:

• Promoting and championing a safe working environment across all project activities.
• Preparing subcontract documentation and leading negotiations on terms, pricing and programme.
• Managing subcontract work packages, including interim assessments and change management.
• Issuing commercial notices to clients and subcontractors in line with contractual requirements.
• Managing change effectively and preparing Compensation Event Quotations.
• Preparing, submitting and agreeing monthly applications for payment with the client.
• Working collaboratively with engineering and operational teams to ensure accurate site records.
• Producing and presenting monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and detailed commercial reports.
• Maintaining robust forecasting, tracking and monitoring of all project expenditure.
• Managing subcontractor liabilities and using Oracle-based cost systems to monitor performance.
• Reviewing and interpreting internal expenditure reports with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Leading weekly progress and risk‑reduction meetings with clients and subcontractors.
• Acting ethically and professionally, applying the principle of "Doing the right thing" to maximise value responsibly.
• Providing contractual insight and support to estimating and bid teams when required.

We're looking for someone who brings a combination of technical capability, sound judgement and effective communication. Ideally, you will have:

• A relevant degree or substantial experience in a commercial role within construction.
• Experience managing large individual schemes or multiple smaller projects.
• CSCS card (appropriate to role).
• A solid understanding of standard forms of contract.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word and cost/contract management systems (CEMAR, Oracle).
• Effective communication, stakeholder management and negotiation abilities.
• A good understanding of construction processes and project delivery.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Professional membership (MCIOB/MRICS) or working towards it is desirable.

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

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