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Date Added: Thu 16/01/2025

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Kent, ME17, UK
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Company: CONRAD CONSULTING LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £55000 - £65000/annum profit share bonus

We are currently working with our client to find an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team. Our client is a London living wage employer and hold a Gold Investor in People accreditation.

This is a key role that will involve contributing to the delivery of project and professional services across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients, as well as supporting the company's growth into the commercial sector.

The successful candidate will oversee a range of projects with values between £500,000 and £(phone number removed), managing both pre- and post-contract stages. You will report directly to the Partner Quantity Surveyors and play a significant role in mentoring junior quantity surveyors within the team.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Quantity Surveyor:

Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets
Lead procurement processes and manage tendering procedures
Work with JCT Suite of Contracts
Carry out measurement in line with NRM2 standards
Monitor project financial performance and report accordingly
Conduct valuations and manage project risks
Provide expert advice and updates on project cost controlAn in-depth knowledge and experience of these tasks will be essential for success in this role.

Requirements of the Senior Quantity Surveyors

Hold a Member status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS), with a minimum of four years' post-graduate experience, or demonstrate extensive experience (10+ years) in Quantity Surveying, with at least 4 years in a Senior QS capacity.
Have hands-on experience managing projects within the public sector, with values ranging from £500,000 to £(phone number removed).
Be highly organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a strong focus on client relationship management and high-quality service delivery.
Approach problem-solving with a proactive mindset and see challenges through to resolution.
Have solid IT skills, including advanced use of Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with measurement software such as CostX would be an advantage.
Demonstrate the ability to identify commercial opportunities for the future growth of the business.
Have a background in managing and mentoring junior and graduate surveyors.
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

On offer for the Senior Quantity Surveyor

A basic salary of between £55,000 to £65,000
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible working - 3 days per week in the office (5 days whilst on probation)
Profit share bonus scheme
Pension - 5% matched
Heatlhcare cash plan
Professional subscriptions
On site car parking

If you're a motivated, self-driven professional with a passion for delivering high-quality service, and you're ready to contribute to an ambitious team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity
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