Senior Quantity Surveyor

Esh Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Leeds to lead commercial management on multiple construction projects. This role requires overseeing cost control, contract administration, and financial reporting to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in managing complex construction portfolios, strong commercial expertise, and must possess a valid UK driving licence and CSCS card. The position offers several benefits including hybrid working options, enhanced holidays, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Hybrid Working

Pension plan

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure, and lifestyle

Buy and Sell Holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working as a Quantity Surveyor with good working knowledge of construction processes.
• Experience of having worked on a variety of contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC contracts).
• Valid UK driving Licence and CSCS card are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost control and contract administration for construction schemes.
• Monitor and update project costs against financial forecasts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement from inception to completion.
• Prepare external valuations in alignment with contract requirements.

Skills

Commercial support to site and project managers

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Aptitude for maths

Education

HND Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Degree in QS or equivalent – desirable

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of multiple construction schemes. This role involves overseeing cost control, contract administration, and financial reporting to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial expertise and a proven track record in managing complex construction portfolios.

Location:

Leeds

What we will expect from you:

• Civils Provide commercial support to site and project managers
• Monitor and update costs of projects by reviewing monthly financial forecasts against the actual costs
• Subcontractor procurement and management from inception to completion
• Valuation, certification and / or approval of payments to Sub Contractors
• Provide guidance to operational team on the cost estimation process and awareness of contract requirements
• Preparation and submission of external valuations in a timely manner to align with the contract requirements
• Management and accurate forecasting of the external valuations through to the final account agreement with our Clients
• Report directly to clients and managers. Present valuation reports and cost estimation
• Tender and negotiate contracts: Estimate the target costs and budget prices. Prepare lump sum bids and compile enquiry documents for competitive bidding. When favourable bid received, prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities
• Preparation of contract documents
• Effective management of colleagues, adhering to Esh people processes. Contributes to training and developing apprentice/trainee/assistant quantity surveyors

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.
Qualifications:

• HND Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Degree in QS or equivalent – desirable
• Minimum 5 years working as a Quantity Surveyor with good working knowledge of construction processes- essential
• Experience of having worked on a variety of contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC contracts) or sector specific equivalent
• Clear understanding of contractual terms and conditions both sub-contract and main contract
• Proficient in the use of MS Office
• Valid UK driving Licence
• Valid CSCS card

Attributes & Skills:

• Aptitude for maths: numerical prowess to guide other surveyors through cost estimation processes. Mathematical knowledge is essential during the budgeting and tendering process
• Negotiation skills: good negotiation skills to get the best value for money and good contracts for your clients
• Analytical skills: to analyse the reports and recommend ways to prevent deviations from budgets. Analytical skills help you analyse the reports and contractual terms
• Leadership skills: good leadership skills to guide junior surveyors

Benefits That Make a Real Difference

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working

Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)

Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.

Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.

Buy and Sell Holidays

Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.

Cycle to Work

Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working

Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)

Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.

Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.

Buy and Sell Holidays

Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.

Cycle to Work

Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working

Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)

Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.