Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location Hertfordshire
Discipline: Principal Contractors
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££70000 - £80000 per annum
Contact name: Paul Cunningham

Contact email: paulc@borneltd.com
Job ref: V-69332
Published: 13 days ago
Startdate: 2026-04-01
Senior Quantity Surveyor –  Building Projects up to £4m  
📍 Hertfordshire
  • Up to £80,000
  • Start: April 2026
  • Permanent
A principal contractor with sustained year on year profits are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
 
This opportunity will suit a commercially astute QS who enjoys working for stable small to medium principal contractors and delivering projects across all building sectors.
 
The Role:
 
  • Managing the commercial aspects of building projects within commercial, education, residential, retail and leisure up to £4m
  • Cost planning, estimating, and tender analysis
  • Working closely alongside the Commercial Manager and Director on budgets and forecasts
  • Managing subcontract procurement and contract administration (JCT / NEC)
  • Monitoring risks, opportunities, and overall project financial performance
  • Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders
  • Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team
 
What They’re Looking For:
 
  • Proven experience working for a principal contractor.
  • Stable employment history
  • Experience managing projects commercially from start to finish.
 
Why them?
A stable principal contractor with a strong pipeline of work. They pride themselves on a can do culture, delivering projects on time and within budget resulting in a high level of repeat business.
 
If you're a Senior QS looking for more control and less red tape, this could be a great move for you.
 
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