Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Northampton
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will support the Project Director in delivering a new build student accommodation, ensuring effective cost control, procurement strategy, and commercial management across all stages of the project lifecycle.
Senior Quantity Surveyors key responsibilities
* Commercial & Cost Management
* Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts
* Undertake cost reporting with clear variance analysis
* Manage cash flow forecasting and cost value reconciliation (CVR) as required
* Track and control project expenditure against approved budgets
* Procurement
* Lead the procurement of subcontract packages from pre-tender to award
* Prepare tender documentation, pricing schedules, and scopes of work
* Analyse tenders and make commercial recommendations
* Negotiate terms with subcontractors and suppliers to achieve best value
* Ensure packages align with overall procurement strategy and programme
* Contract Administration (JCT)
* Administer contracts under JCT forms (e.g., Design & Build, Standard Building Contract)
* Manage variations, instructions, and change control procedures
* Prepare and assess interim valuations and final accounts
* Handle payment applications, notices, and certifications
* Support dispute avoidance and resolution in line with contract provisions
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will have:
* Minimum of 5 years proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor
* Strong working knowledge of JCT contract suites
* Demonstrable experience in procuring subcontract packages
* Experience working on medium to large-scale projects with knowledge of modular build
* Track record of managing cost control and reporting processes
