In brief
This Senior Quantity Surveyor role oversees commercial management for key subcontract packages on a major construction project. The work involves procurement, cost reporting, and managing variations to ensure project profitability and contractual compliance.
Best for
Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors with main contractor backgrounds
Non-negotiable
Significant experience commercially managing construction or civil engineering packages required.
Worth knowing
This 12-month contract is inside IR35.
What you need
Required
Main contractor experience
Clearly required in the listing
Package management
Clearly required in the listing
Construction contracts
Clearly required in the listing
Subcontract procurement
Clearly required in the listing
Cost reporting
Clearly required in the listing
Negotiation
Strongly implied by the listing
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
Independent management
Clearly required in the listing
Preferred
Infrastructure projects
Clearly required in the listing
Your day-to-day
Manage subcontract packages
Clearly stated in the job description.
Handle procurement and tenders
Clearly stated in the job description.
Control costs and reporting
Clearly stated in the job description.
Negotiate variations and claims
Clearly stated in the job description.
Assess applications and payments
Clearly stated in the job description.
Identify commercial risks
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Senior level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“The ability to commercially manage packages independently.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Wigan Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester Contract: 12 Months Day Rate: £600 per day IR35: Inside IR35 Start: ASAP / Negotiable TWG Consulting is recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK contractor on a major project based in Wigan. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially strong Senior QS looking for a long-term 12-month contract, offering £600 per day inside IR35. You'll join an established commercial and project delivery team, taking responsibility for the commercial management of key packages and working closely with the wider project team to ensure strong commercial performance throughout delivery. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include: Commercial management of key subcontract packages. Subcontractor procurement, tender analysis and appointments. Management of valuations, variations and change. Assessment of subcontractor applications and payments. Cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow management. Identification and management of commercial risks and opportunities. Preparation and negotiation of variations and contractual claims. Working closely with the project and operational teams. Management of subcontractor accounts through to final account. Supporting the wider commercial strategy of the project. Providing accurate commercial reporting to senior management. Ensuring appropriate contractual notices and records are maintained. About You We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with: Strong main contractor or major subcontractor experience. Significant experience commercially managing construction or civil engineering packages. Good knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes. Strong subcontract procurement and package management experience. Experience with cost reporting, forecasting and change management. The ability to commercially manage packages independently. Strong negotiation and communication skills. The confidence to work closely with project teams, subcontractors and senior management. Previous experience working on major construction, civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be highly advantageous. What's On Offer? £600 per day – Inside IR35 12-month initial contract Wigan-based project The position offers the opportunity to join a major contractor on a long-term project with a strong workload and an experienced delivery team. Interested? If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next contract opportunity in the Wigan / Greater Manchester area, we'd be keen to speak with you. Apply through CV-Library with your latest CV and a member of the TWG Consulting team will contact you for a confidential discussion
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