Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor - £80,000
New Milton

We re currently partnering with a growing and forward-thinking construction business to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Project Finance team. This is a key role focused on driving profitability, managing risk, and delivering high-quality commercial outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects.
You ll work closely with the wider team to ensure projects are commercially successful, while also playing a leadership role in mentoring colleagues and improving internal processes.
The Opportunity This position offers the chance to take ownership of financial performance across multiple projects, while influencing strategic decisions and contributing to continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and comparison of subcontractor pricing, working closely with the Contracts Manager to appoint best-fit partners
• Maintain robust financial control across projects to meet or exceed target margins
• Manage subcontractor valuations, payments, and financial administration
• Prepare and submit client valuations and applications for payment
• Identify and deliver value engineering opportunities to enhance profitability and reduce risk
• Build and maintain strong relationships with consultants, architects, suppliers, and subcontractors to support business growth
• Monitor and improve internal policies, processes, and procedures for greater efficiency
• Conduct feasibility assessments to ensure project viability aligned with client requirements
• Oversee cost management, forecasting, and CVR reconciliations
• Ensure accurate and timely cost/value reporting and cashflow management
• Attend site meetings, manage variations, and ensure contractual compliance (including notices and approvals)
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the finance/project team

About You We re looking for a commercially astute and driven professional with a strong background in quantity surveying and construction:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Ideally professionally qualified (RICS or equivalent)
• up to £80,000 depending on experience
• Minimum 5 years experience in a pre-construction or commercial QS/Contracts role, ideally within design & build fit-out projects
• Proven track record in cost planning and value engineering
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts (particularly JCT), and building regulations
• Solid commercial awareness with excellent negotiation skills
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical disciplines
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with high attention to detail
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values excellence, accountability, and integrity, where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. You ll be part of a supportive environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and shared success.