Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure Project
Eastbourne

Due to continued growth, an established, privately owned civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its regional team. The business delivers infrastructure projects across the UK, specialising in highways, structures, and water, and operates through long-term frameworks with public sector clients. With a strong track record, turnover exceeding £100m, and a collaborative, stable working environment, the company is committed to employee development, safety, and sustainability.

The role will initially support a major infrastructure scheme in the South of England, involving highways and bridge works, with a programme of approximately 18 months starting in early 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide support and mentoring to junior team members
Maximise contract profitability
Cost estimation, monitoring project costs against budgets
Identify potential risks and evaluate mitigation strategies
Procure subcontractors, including preparing subcontract documentation
Assess and certify interim and final payments to subcontractors
Prepare and agree contract variations
Assist in the preparation of documentation for dispute resolution (e.g. adjudication or arbitration)
Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards, as well as internal procedures

Requirements:

Strong communication skills with a proactive and flexible approach
Ability to demonstrate innovative problem-solving and negotiation skills across multiple levels within a construction environment
High level of numeracy and strong IT skills
Experience working on civil engineering projects with a main contractor
Previous experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role using NEC contracts
Willingness to travel regionally and hold a valid UK driving licence

Benefits:

Competitive benefits package and career development opportunities
Life assurance (e.g. multiple of annual salary)
Hybrid working arrangements
Company vehicle or allowance
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Early finish on Fridays
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional leave
Access to training and development programmes
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee benefits platform