Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier One Contractor

Exeter | Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Private Medical + Flexible Benefits Package

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier One main contractor based in Exeter.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a range of high-profile projects, leading commercial activities across the South West.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Car Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Package (including enhanced pension, additional leave, wellbeing support)
• Clear career development pathways with support for further progression

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commercial management of large or multiple projects
• Prepare tenders, detailed cost plans, and procurement strategies
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments (including CIS), and final accounts
• Produce accurate monthly cost and value reports
• Procure major works subcontract packages
• Successfully manage and complete final accounts
• Undertake value engineering exercises to maximise project value
• Provide support in resolving commercial disputes and claims, with a sound understanding of dispute procedures
• Oversee project budgets, identify risks and opportunities, and drive profitability
• Collaborate closely with project management, client teams, and supply chain to ensure successful delivery

About You:

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a Tier One or major Tier Two main contractor
• Strong working knowledge of CIS payment processes
• Ability to produce accurate and detailed monthly cost/value reports and forecasts
• Extensive experience of successfully completing final accounts
• Solid knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract
• Experience of procuring and managing major subcontract packages
• Awareness and understanding of commercial dispute resolution
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent, or working towards professional accreditation
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and commercial management skills

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to join a forward-thinking contractor known for its quality, innovation, and people-first culture.

Contact Jo Lambert on 07771 985354 or [email protected] to find out more!