Quantity Surveyor

About our client

Our client is a recognised leader in the off-site construction space, delivering sustainable, future-focused buildings across education, defence, healthcare, commercial, and residential markets. With an end-to-end model that covers design through to completion, they’re reshaping how the UK approaches modern construction.

Highlights:

• Annual turnover in excess of £160m with a workforce of 400+ industry professionals.
• Two regional offices and five advanced manufacturing facilities – including the largest off-site construction plant in Europe.
• Trusted delivery partner on major public sector frameworks such as CCS and NHS.
• Strong pipeline of work and secured order book, ensuring stability and long-term opportunity.
• Multiple award wins, including recognition from Building Magazine and Construction News.

We are searching for an experienced and forward-thinking commercial leader with a proven track record in construction. The right individual will combine strategic vision with a hands-on approach, confidently leading teams and driving high standards across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of commercial activities on projects, including procurement, cost planning, forecasting, and change management.
• Monitor and report on commercial risks and opportunities across schemes.
• Develop and deliver cost, commercial, and supply chain strategies aligned with targets for time, cost, quality, carbon, and social value.
• Ensure accuracy in scopes, budgets, contracts, and supplier performance management.
• Support sector leadership in contract negotiations.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a commercial team to ensure successful project delivery.

Experience & Qualifications

• Background in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role within the construction industry.
• Strong history of managing multiple concurrent projects and teams.
• Experience with procurement, subcontractor management, and commercial negotiation.
• Understanding of ISO standards and health & safety requirements in construction.
• Skilled in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Professional membership (or working towards) with a recognised body is advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical capability with the ability to simplify complex challenges.
• Excellent attention to detail, producing clear reports that inform decisions.
• Confident communicator, able to influence clients and collaborate internally.
• Calm and adaptable under pressure, with sound decision-making skills.
• Proven leadership qualities – able to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong relationship-building skills at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Commercially aware, highly organised, and proactive in driving results.