McCarthy Recruitment
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor at McCarthy Recruitment, based in Southend-on-Sea, East of England, paying £77,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £77,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Southend-on-Sea, East of England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Construction & Trades
About 40% above the going rate for construction & trades
Reference 642864388935126307
About the role
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Location: Dagenham
Salary: Up to £77,000 + Package
Role: Full-time - Permenant
Energy Infrastructure Project
A leading infrastructure and engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major long-term energy infrastructure project in Dagenham.
This is an opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong order book, a secure pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK.
The Role
Reporting into the commercial leadership team, you'll play a key role in the commercial management of a major infrastructure project, ensuring robust commercial controls are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
· Preparation of valuations and applications for payment
· Cost reporting and commercial forecasting
· Management of subcontractor and supplier accounts
· Procurement and commercial administration
· NEC contract administration and change management
· Compensation Events and commercial risk management
· Agreement of final accounts
· Supporting project teams with commercial advice and guidance
· Identifying opportunities for value engineering and cost optimisation
About You
We're keen to hear from candidates who have:
· Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step up
· Strong NEC contract knowledge
· Infrastructure, utilities, energy, civil engineering or major construction experience
· Strong commercial and contractual awareness
· HND, Degree or equivalent qualification
· RICS/ICES membership or working towards chartership is desirable
Package
· Salary up to £77,000
· Car allowance
· Annual bonus
· Enhanced pension
· Private healthcare
· Life assurance
· 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Holiday purchase scheme
· Professional development and training support
· Long-term career progression opportunities
If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within a major infrastructure environment, we'd love to hear from you.
APPLY NOW for immediate consideration for this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity.
This role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We believe that you matter and care about unlocking your full potential.
Work with us to find your perfect role and start your journey today.
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The Legal Bit:
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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Please note that, due to the location of this role, applicants should be within a reasonable commuting distance of Dagenham.
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Reference: 642864388935126307 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 28 Nov 2026 · Listed via McCarthy Recruitment
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