Senior QS

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor for a £1.5bn Oxford campus construction project

Key Responsibilities

• cost reporting
• value engineering
• commercial lead
• claims preparation
• quantity surveying
• procurement management

Tasks

-Monitor and report monthly costs, valuations, and forecast performance. -Collaborate closely with client representatives, delivery partners, and the design team. -Drive financial efficiency, value engineering, and contractual compliance. -Collaborate on a cutting-edge £1.5bn project with renowned industry leaders. -Lead the commercial function on a major section of the EIT project or across multiple workstreams. -Prepare claims and support with contract amendments and change management processes. -Manage all quantity surveying duties, including cost estimation, interim valuations, and final accounts. -Mentor junior QS team members and support their professional development. -Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract drafting, and settlement.

Requirements

• 7‑10 years
• quantity surveying
• cost schedules
• jct contract
• commercial acumen
• leadership

What You Bring

-Minimum 7–10 years' experience in a QS or Contracts Administration role, ideally within large-scale construction or research/educational facilities. -Experience managing complex cost schedules, variations, provisional sums, and inflation clauses. -Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field. -Ability to lead and work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. -Excellent commercial acumen, communication, and negotiation skills. -Strong knowledge of JCT Standard Building Contract Without Quantities (2016) and contractor's designed portions.

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Benefits

-Attractive salary package and long-term development opportunities. -Work in a purpose-driven, innovation-focused environment with real-world impact.

About Laing O'Rourke

-Delivering complex, large-scale projects across a variety of sectors. -Combining traditional construction with modern, innovative engineering methods. -Serving clients worldwide in sectors such as infrastructure, buildings, transport, and utilities. -Recognized for high-profile projects like Crossrail in London and the London 2012 Olympics. -Utilizing digital construction technology for enhanced efficiencies and quality. -Exerting expertise across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. -Bridging the gap between engineering and design in notable projects. -Shaping the future of global infrastructure through a diverse portfolio.

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