Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Job type
Permanent
Location
Derbyshire
Working Pattern
Full-time
Specialism
Property And Surveying
Industry
Property & Real Estate
Pay
£competitive

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PQS, cost manager, construction consultancy, Derbyshire,

Your new company

You will work for a family run construction consultancy based in Derbyshire. They work across both Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying and Project Management. They specialise in various sectors including housing, heritage, commercial, industrial and retail.

Your new role

You will work as a Senior Cost Manager based in their Derby office. You will work with:

Cost Planning & Management – Monitor, analyze, and report on project expenditures.
Procurement & Tendering – Oversee supplier negotiations and cost forecasting.
Risk & Value Management – Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Contract Administration – Support project teams with contractual matters and financial reporting.
Client & Stakeholder Collaboration – Ensure transparency in project costing and financial decision-making.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be experienced in Quantity Surveying/cost management as well as MRICS qualified. You will have ideally worked in a client side organisation or consultancy, and therefore understand the pre and post contract work. You will be keen to work for a family run consultancy, that offer development and progression.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive basic salary, along with a tailored benefits package.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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PQS, cost manager, construction consultancy, Derbyshire,

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