Senior Quantity Surveyor Job at Kenton Black (Pontefract)

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Kenton Black

Location:
United Kingdom , Pontefract

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor South Yorkshire Up to £65,000 plus Car/Car Allowance (£4,700) Are you a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a role where you can make a real impact in your local area? An established and respected contractor is seeking a commercially astute professional to support the delivery of multiple framework projects in Doncaster, working closely with the local authority on schemes valued up to £1m. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a hands-on, site-based role, where you'll have real influence over project performance, client relationships, and team development—while contributing to meaningful community infrastructure.

Job Responsibility:

Leading commercial activities across the full project lifecycle, from procurement to final account
Managing subcontract packages, tender evaluations, and contract administration
Driving cost control, forecasting, and detailed financial reporting
Maximising cash flow through accurate valuations and timely invoicing
Monitoring project performance to meet—and exceed—financial targets
Identifying and managing risks, opportunities, and change control processes
Ensuring contractual compliance and maintaining robust project records
Supporting sustainability and carbon reduction objectives
Mentoring and developing junior team members

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within construction
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, procurement, and commercial reporting
Ideally degree qualified with 6+ years' experience
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work closely with delivery teams in a site-based environment
Experience within highways or civil engineering projects is highly desirable