Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Fawkes & Reece
  • Dec 06, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a renowned main contractor based in Reading. The business is privately owned and operates across Hampshire, Berkshire and Dorset with projects valuing up to £30mil. They work across a variety of sectors including private and public schools, commercial, social housing and care homes.

As a result of a busy forward order book, they're now looking to expand the commercial team with an additional Senior Quantity Surveyor.

About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor:

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be reporting into the Commercial Manager and will be responsible for managing one or two projects concurrently.

Key Responsibilities as Senior Quantity Surveyor:

  • Oversee the teams procurement / management of sub-contractor packages
  • Deal with final accounts / any dispute resolution that may arise
  • Liaise with the clients teams
  • Mentor junior members of the Surveying team and be involved in their professional development

Key Requirements for this Senior Quantity Surveyor role:

  • Hold a BSc Quantity Surveying or HNC
  • Have experience managing projects of sizeable value from pre-construction through to final account
  • Be proficient in administering various forms of contract including JCT and NEC
  • Must live in a commutable location to Reading and be happy to visit office and site as required

In return you'll receive:

  • Salary: Up to £85k + Package
  • Company Car / Car Allowance
  • Flexible working opportunity
  • Business with a strong forward order book

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to join an established main contractor with a busy pipeline of work and in a strong cash position. If you think you'd be a suitable applicant for the role, please apply through the link below or contact Abbie in our Southampton office.


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