Full job descriptionThis role is ideal for a skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in Facilities Management, seeking an opportunity that requires expertise in cost management and contract administration to support the delivery of high-quality projects.
Client Details
Our client are a well known UK organisation looking to bring a Senior QS into the business to support on capital investment and asset upgrades.
Description
Team Leadership & Development*Lead, coach, and develop a team of QS and Commercial Analysts
*Set clear objectives, manage performance, and build commercial capability
*Allocate workload effectively and support career development
*Foster a collaborative, high-performance and values-driven culture
Commercial Strategy & Governance*Oversee project feasibilities and budget setting
*Ensure compliance with commercial governance, audit requirements, and frameworks
*Own programme-level commercial reporting, providing insight to senior stakeholders
*Drive standardisation and continuous improvement of commercial processes
Procurement & Supplier Management*Support procurement strategy across multiple programmes
*Ensure robust benchmarking, rate alignment, and value-for-money assessments
*Develop strong supplier relationships, driving performance and compliance
Project Delivery Oversight*Provide commercial leadership across multiple complex, high-value projects
*Manage and mitigate commercial risks, cost pressures, and opportunities
*Review and approve valuations, variations, change controls, and final accounts
*Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets with accurate forecasting
Stakeholder Engagement*Partner with senior leaders across Property, Finance, and PMO functions
*Provide commercial insight to support strategic decision-making
*Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and supply chain partners
Continuous Improvement*Lead initiatives to enhance benchmarking, cost modelling, and reporting
*Improve data quality and digital commercial processes
*Identify and implement efficiencies across commercial governance


Profile
*Strong background in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (client, consultant, or contractor-side)
*Experience in retail, property or multi-site project environments is highly desirable
*Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and mentor teams
*Strong knowledge of cost planning, procurement, and contract administration
*Experience managing budgets, analysing data, and controlling project performance
*Familiarity with frameworks, schedules of rates, and standard forms of contract
*Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
*Highly organised, detail-oriented, and commercially astute
*Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
*Advanced Excel and financial reporting capabilities
Job Offer
*A competitive salary plus package
*Strategic leadership role with high visibility across the business
*Opportunity to shape commercial best practice within a large, complex programme
*Collaborative, cross-functional working environment
*Strong career development and progression opportunities


If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge as a Senior QS, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in the Facilities Management industry.