Quantity Surveyor

Location: Bath, Somerset

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an established Building team delivering a varied portfolio of projects across Bath, Somerset and the surrounding areas.

You will take responsibility for the commercial management of projects typically ranging from £500k to £5m, covering sectors including healthcare, education, refurbishment, fit-out and occupied buildings.

This is an ideal role for a commercially focused QS who enjoys working closely with operational teams, clients, consultants and subcontractors and wants genuine responsibility from procurement through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of multiple building projects
• Lead subcontractor procurement and commercial management
• Prepare valuations, applications, forecasts and CVRs
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance
• Manage variations, claims and commercial risks
• Negotiate subcontractor and client accounts
• Lead final account preparation and settlement
• Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams
• Provide guidance and support to junior commercial staff

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Background within main contracting or building
• Experience managing projects valued between £500k and £10m
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
• Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, healthcare or education projects
• Experience working within live or occupied environments is advantageous
• Confident negotiator with excellent communication skills
• RICS qualified or working towards qualification is desirable

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Excellent career progression
• Supportive working environment
• Varied and interesting project portfolioIf you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity in Bath, for a confidential discussion.