Senior Quantity Surveyor (Housing Groundworks)

Bristol / Gloucester

Permanent salary + package

 

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team, specializing in housing groundworks. This is a permanent position offering a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established company that delivers high-quality groundworks, infrastructure, and civil engineering services for residential developments.

 

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of multiple projects, ensuring cost control, accurate valuations, and financial reporting while working closely with site teams, clients, and subcontractors.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Manage the cost planning, budgeting, and financial reporting for multiple housing groundwork projects.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tendering, and contract negotiations to ensure cost efficiency.
• Conduct valuations, variations, and final account settlements.
• Monitor project costs, identify risks, and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms (NEC, JCT, or bespoke contracts) and company procedures.
• Prepare monthly CVRs, cash flow forecasts, and cost/value reconciliations.
• Work closely with site teams, project managers, and clients to maintain commercial control.
• Resolve disputes, claims, and contractual issues effectively.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior surveyors within the team.

 

Requirements:

 

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the housing groundworks or civil engineering sector.
• Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, and contract administration.
• Experience working with NEC, JCT, or bespoke contracts.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, cost management software, and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to sites as required.

 

If you are interested and would like further details, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Come and work for Sphere!

Sphere Solutions is an employee-owned (EOT) market leader in the South West & South Wales and due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit new talent at all levels in our established business units in Cardiff, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester, Plymouth and throughout the UK.

Ideally, at Recruitment Consultant level, successful candidate/s will have a minimum of 1 year experience in Construction or Civil Engineering recruitment and for more Senior Recruiters we can discuss various career pathways to enhance your progression to date. Alternatively, if you are looking to build a team or bring a team with you, we are keen to talk.

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:

Business Development & Client Management

• Leverage sales, business development, and networking skills to attract new business from client companies.
• Establish strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Develop a deep understanding of client industries, company culture, and specific recruitment needs.
• Secure rate agreements and/or exclusivity with clients, where applicable.
• Proactively generate new business opportunities and cross-sell services to existing clients.

Candidate Sourcing & Recruitment Process

• Draft and post well-written job advertisements on relevant platforms, including the company website and job boards.
• Conduct proactive headhunting to identify and approach suitable candidates.
• Utilise the company database effectively, including conducting thorough searches and recording all activity.
• Review applications, shortlist candidates, and present them to clients with comprehensive insights.
• Arrange and manage interviews, ensuring a seamless process for both clients and candidates.
• Provide detailed information to candidates regarding job responsibilities, salary, and benefits.
• Ensure all candidates are fully compliant before starting any assignment.
• Prepare CVs and written correspondence to a high professional standard.
• Negotiate salaries and pay rates on behalf of candidates.
• Finalise placement details and ensure both parties are clear on all terms before onboarding.

Operational & Compliance Responsibilities

• Ensure all placement details provided to payroll and credit control are accurate and complete.
• Collaborate with payroll and credit control to resolve any issues, preventing potential credits or bad debts.
• Meet and exceed all minimum activity standards and performance expectations.
• Adhere to client recruitment policies and best practices to ensure effective selection techniques.

Key Behaviours & Expectations

• Build and maintain strong client relationships to foster repeat business and referrals.
• Work in a structured and organised manner, effectively managing time and priorities.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness, risk management, and compliance expertise.
• Provide consultative advice to clients and candidates on market trends, salary expectations, and career progression.
• Identify and share potential business leads with colleagues to maximize opportunities across the company.

If you are looking for a rewarding career (not just a job) in recruitment with clear development pathways, regular training, excellent commission, incentive and bonus opportunities, please do apply today or call Rob Bennett – Area Director on 07714 137129 for an informal conversation.