Senior QS

We're recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join the self-delivery arm of Octavius, taking a key commercial lead on a Somerset-based highways framework (circa £6m per annum).

Octavius is a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable and efficient transport solutions across the UK. Through Octavius Regional Civil Engineering, we directly deliver our works, giving you greater influence over commercial performance, programme and project outcomes from day one.

Due to the nature of the work, strong site presence is essential, and this role will be predominantly site-based.

You'll be working on…

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll have commercial ownership of projects across the framework, from early engagement through to final account, ensuring strong cost control, risk management and commercial performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the commercial delivery of highways schemes, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and in line with contract requirements
• Managing budgets, forecasts, CVRs and cash flow, providing accurate and timely reporting
• Taking ownership of NEC contract administration, including early warnings, compensation events and change management
• Procuring and managing subcontractors, while working closely with delivery teams in a self-delivery environment
• Driving value engineering and efficiencies across both individual schemes and the wider framework
• Acting as the key commercial contact for the client, building and maintaining strong working relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial team members where required
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial decisions actively support delivery on site

This is a highly visible, hands-on role within a self-delivery model, where your commercial decisions will directly influence project success.

You'll receive…

We offer a competitive rewards package, including:

• Company Car / Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Pension & Life Assurance
• 25 days Annual Leave + birthday day off
• Enhanced Paternity & Maternity package
• Flexibility / hybrid working where possible
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

About you…

You'll be an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor able to own a framework, with the confidence to take ownership of both projects and client relationships.

• Experience in a Senior QS or strong QS role within civil engineering / highways
• Proven track record of managing commercial aspects of projects from start to finish
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
• Experience of forecasting, reporting, cost control and change management
• Ability to manage client and stakeholder relationships confidently
• Strong commercial awareness with negotiation and decision-making ability
• Experience in a self-delivery / principal contractor environment (highly desirable)

If you want to take ownership of a framework, not just a project, apply now.

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