Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor (12-Month Contract)
Leicestershire Hybrid Working
FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading national service provider within the Water and Wastewater sector for an experienced to Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a 12-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile, essential infrastructure projects while working for a forward-thinking and well-established contractor.
The Opportunity based in Leicestershire, with flexible hybrid working, you will play a key role in the commercial management of one or more projects. Reporting directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you'll take ownership of cost control, contract administration, and commercial performance while supporting and mentoring junior team members.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working
- Company car or car allowance (role dependent)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health and private medical insurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts and savings hub, Kids Pass, and additional benefits
Key Responsibilities
- Lead quantity surveying activities across allocated projects and work packages
- Collaborate closely with design, construction, and supply chain teams to manage and control costs
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring commercial and business requirements are met
- Administer main contracts, ensuring all notices and correspondence are issued accurately and on time
- Prepare and issue subcontract documentation and manage subcontractor performance
- Oversee payment applications and support agreement of final accounts
- Produce accurate cost reports, budgets, forecasts, and value assessments
- Support the development and mentoring of junior commercial staff
- Maintain continuous professional development through industry engagement and networking
- Promote a positive, solution-focused culture with open and constructive communication
- Ensure confidentiality and discretion across all commercial matters
About You
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
- Working towards or holding chartered status with a recognised professional body
- Proven experience within utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA environments
- Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts
- Confident communicator with a proactive and collaborative approach
Why Apply? This 12-month contract offers the chance to work with a leading national contractor on impactful projects, gain valuable sector experience, and further develop your commercial expertise within a supportive and professional environment.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click Apply Now to take the next step.
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all candidates. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
FJA is committed to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory recruitment practices. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
