Senior Quantity Surveyor


Company:	Fawkes & Reece
Salary:	£70,000 to £80,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Swindon, SN1 1BE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	2 Oct 2026

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Summary

Fawkes & Reece South are working with a main contractor who are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work in one of their commercial teams. The team are working on a major infrastructure framework worth well over £150m for the next 10 years on behalf of a private client. Individual projects on this framework will be worth up to £5m and will be based on bespoke contracts derived from NEC contracts. Their projects are in Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire Wales and Berkshire. Scope of works on these projects includes associated infrastructure works, ducting, drainage, roads etc.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be reporting to a Commercial Manager and your role will be to perform your commercial duties in line with the companies policies collaboratively with the client.

You will be involved in (but not limited to):

Preparing the basis of the project procurement schedule and ensures the team contribute and complete their relevant sections

Maximise cash flow through timely preparation of valuations, submissions of invoice and receipt of payment

Develop a strategy for concluding client negotiations

Monitor resources and costs to ensure that projects meet and or exceed targets

Produce accurate and timely CVR reports, forecasts and contributes toward the setting of financial targets

Carry out early value engineering activities ensuring all associated costs of change are included within the evaluation

Requirements including certificates and qualifications:

Quantity Surveying Degree-qualified or equivalent

Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or a Senior Quantity Surveyor on infrastructure projects. Experience on highways, water or rail frameworks or projects will be advantageous.

Ideally a member of RICS

Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK

The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress whatever stage of your career as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. You will also get the opportunity to work on one of the UK's most exciting projects.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Malvin at Fawkes & Reece Southampton or use the link below.

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