Senior Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering & Groundworks - Manchester

Our client is a well-established, ambitious Civil Engineering and Building Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across multiple divisions. Due to continued growth and a healthy order book, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

About the Role:

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based at their Manchester office, with UK-wide site travel. You will manage the commercial aspects of multiple live contracts ranging in value from £50,000 to £8M, primarily focused on groundworks, civil engineering, drainage, external works, and building projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sub-contract procurement, order placement and certification
• Monthly valuations, variations, dayworks and final accounts
• On-screen take-offs for tenders and valuations
• Cost monitoring and QS reporting
• Regular site visits to measure progress, liaise with site teams and main contractors
• Managing supplier and subcontractor performance

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the groundworks and civil engineering sector
• Solid background in earthworks, drainage, concrete structures, roadworks and external works
• Degree level qualification (ideally in Quantity Surveying)
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Proficient with On-Screen Take Off software
• Experience with Evaluate estimating software is advantageous
• Knowledge of Eque2 would be beneficial
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels

Package:

• Highly competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company phone
• Car allowance or Company Car

If you are a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor who thrives on varied, hands-on civil and groundwork projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and people-focused contractor.

Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.