Senior Quantity Surveyor

Atkins Search have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a successful and dynamic construction main contractor based in Nottingham.

Our client are a thriving construction company with over a decade of success, and ambitious plans for the future. With a solid team of talented individuals, they specialise in delivering high-quality care and commercial projects across both the private and public sector.

With some exciting plans for the future, this business is building a collaborative team that values ambition, entrepreneurship, and a supportive work environment. This is an exciting time to join as they position themselves as a leading regional building contractor with plans for three specialised divisions in the future.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in the Commercial team, working closely with the Construction and Pre-Construction teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects. The current focus is predominantly across the care sector, with upcoming projects across the Midlands and North and a continued attention on delivery projects locally.

• Take off’s to building quantities and produce schedules of work
• Formulate subcontract tenders and see through to chairing pre-let meetings and finalising subcontract orders
• Manage subcontractors commercially ensuring relevant responses are issued in accordance with the contract
• Work positively within a team ensuring all parties are aware of agreements and positive input is put forward to manage and resolve problems
• Analyse and understand Bills of Quantities, drawings and Contract Documents
• Issue and manage commercial aspects of the contract with the client and or client’s agent including agree valuations / Final Accounts and identifying / issuing notices as appropriate
• Support the site team with managing the subcontractors, as necessary
• Have input to the design team meetings as the design progresses

We are looking for a well-rounded, ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a collaborative team environment. You’ll have a genuine interest in developing your skills and supporting the growth of the business.

• A proactive approach and willingness to grow with the business
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• A team-oriented mindset
• The ability to balance technical expertise with a practical understanding of site delivery
• Experience in the care and commercial sector
• Minimum circa 10 yeas’ experience working with a main contractor
• Design and build experience with both JCT and NEC (NEC not essential)
• Experience running own projects
• Preferred project value of projects £2-£10 million

This is an opportunity for a well-rounded Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic company at the right time to grow with the company offering strong prospects.

• Progression Opportunities: As the business grows into new sectors, you’ll have the chance to shape your role
• Collaborative Culture: We are not just looking for someone with a great CV – we want people with a passion for what they do and a life beyond work

If you are ready to bring your expertise, ambition, and drive to a company on an exciting growth journey, please do apply!

Atkins Search act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure recruitment and service the East and West Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and Northern Home Counties regions.