Senior Quantity Surveyor

Reference: LM16
Posted: October 27, 2026

About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining the commercial team of a reputable Tier 1 Main Contractor in their Eastern region. They deliver projects across the private and public sector nationwide. Currently, have a turnover of nearly £2bn with a stable pipeline of work for the upcoming year.

The team delivers design and build projects across the Hertfordshire/Essex region with their key sectors including education, healthcare, defence, science and technology, commercial, and wider public sector construction. Project values range from £30m - £100m+.

You will be site based on £50m+ new build school which is a 3 year project with an overseeing MQS.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Quantity Surveyor

Include but not limited to:

• Managing commercial aspects of the project to completion
• Management and final accounting of subcontractor packages
• Cost reporting, forecasting and financial control
• Valuations, variations, payments and final accounts
• Working closely with the project and commercial team to drive project performance
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors and key stakeholders

Key Requirements for Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Live within commutable distance to Hertfordshire/Essex
• Minimum of 8 years of experience at a Main Contractor
• Experience on education projects is desirable but not essential
• Degree educated in a construction related subject

What we offer for Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Salary of up to £85,000
• Travel to site
• Cycle to work
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
• Long service awards