ERSG Ltd
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract)
Location: South Coast, UK
Start Date: August 2026
Role Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the delivery team on a major industrial construction project. The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for a key project package, working under a JCT contract within a complex live operational environment.
This is primarily a site-based role, requiring a strong on-site presence to support project delivery, although there may be some flexibility for occasional remote working depending on project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the commercial aspects of a major construction package throughout the project lifecycle.
- Administer and manage the project under the terms of the JCT contract.
- Prepare, review and manage valuations, applications for payment and interim accounts.
- Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
- Identify, assess and manage variations, change control and commercial risks.
- Prepare, negotiate and agree final accounts.
- Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and commercial performance.
- Produce accurate commercial reports and cost forecasts for senior management.
- Identify commercial opportunities and implement appropriate mitigation strategies where required.
- Liaise closely with project managers, engineers, planners and stakeholders to ensure effective commercial management.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations and industry best practice.
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Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on major construction, industrial, energy, process plant, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong working knowledge and practical experience administering JCT contracts.
- Experience managing significant commercial packages from procurement through to final account.
- Excellent cost management, forecasting and financial reporting skills.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using commercial management systems.
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Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- Professional membership (RICS or working towards chartership) desirable.
- Valid CSCS Card essential.
Working Arrangement
This role is predominantly site-based and requires regular attendance to support project delivery. Some flexible working may be available subject to project requirements; however, candidates should expect to spend the majority of their time on site.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to work on a major industrial construction project.
- Exposure to a complex, high-value programme of works.
- Collaborative and experienced project team.
- Competitive contract rates.
- Immediate start available.
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