Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cumbria

We are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Ednup team on the ISA framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Commercial & Contract Management

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting across all commercial activities
• Meet project and programme targets for contract, cost, quality, and time
• Prepare and manage subcontract accounts, including procurement, variations, and final accounts
• Ensure all subcontracts meet company standards and commercial issues are resolved promptly
• Submit main contract payment applications and ensure fair, timely subcontractor payments
• Identify, raise, and price variations in line with change control processes
• Maximise value recovery through accurate measurement of completed works
• Forecast and report costs against value to align with profitability targets
• Ensure commercial data accuracy within Sphere project management software
• Maintain and coordinate all commercial reports required for effective contract management

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and support junior staff in their professional development (PDPs, welfare, safety, and competency)
• Manage, train, and advise direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture
• Take shared responsibility for health, safety, and environmental standards, providing commercial support

Collaboration & Communication

• Build strong relationships with the Delivery Manager to meet area goals and support customer engagement
• Liaise with the Office Manager to ensure cost accuracy and best practice in material procurement
• Work with the Performance Analyst to prepare run rate data, weekly gang P&L, plant spend, KPIs, and delivery metrics
• Provide key commercial insights and updates across the contract team
• Ensure compliance with DELAPs and contract process maps

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Coordinate track sheet accuracy through to invoicing, ensuring WIP and cash targets are met
• Resolve subcontractor issues, escalating to the Commercial Manager where appropriate
• Provide training and support on contract terms and schedule of rates to maximise value recovery

Essential Skills, Attributes & Qualifications:

• Professional Qualifications: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent experience); ideally chartered or working towards RICS/CICES accreditation
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of NEC contracts, cost control, forecasting, and value recovery
• Leadership: Proven experience in managing and developing teams, with a focus on mentoring and performance management
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions
• Organisation: Strong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines
• IT Proficiency: Competent in commercial systems (e.g. Sphere, Excel) and confident in using digital tools for reporting and analysis
• Problem Solving: A proactive approach to resolving issues and driving continuous improvement
• Compliance & Integrity: A strong understanding of governance, process adherence, and ethical commercial practice