Senior QS – Newport

Senior QS – Newport

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  • Permanent
  • Newport
  • £75000 - £90000 Per Annum plus car allowance, pension, healthcare USD / Year

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Senior Quantity Surveyor
?? Newport, South Wales
?? Up to £90,000 + Comprehensive Package

Are you a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong industrial experience? Do you want to work on high-profile, new build industrial developments with a contractor that is a recognised leader in the logistics and warehouse sector across the UK?

We’re representing a well-established, fast-growing main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering complex industrial and distribution schemes nationwide. With a strong pipeline of secured work in South Wales, they are looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the commercial lead on new build industrial projects in Newport.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for the full commercial lifecycle of large-scale industrial builds — from pre-construction through to final account — working closely with operational teams and clients to ensure successful financial delivery.

Projects typically include:

  • Large distribution centres

  • Logistics hubs

  • Manufacturing and warehouse facilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead commercial management of new build industrial projects

  • Procurement and management of subcontractor packages

  • Cost planning, forecasting, and reporting

  • Preparation and agreement of valuations and final accounts

  • Contract administration (primarily JCT)

  • Risk management and value engineering

  • Mentoring junior members of the commercial team

About You

  • Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment

  • Strong background delivering new build industrial / logistics projects

  • Excellent contractual knowledge (JCT essential)

  • Commercially driven with strong negotiation skills

  • Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

  • Able to manage projects independently and liaise confidently with clients

What’s On Offer

  • Salary up to £90,000

  • Car allowance or company car

  • Bonus scheme

  • Pension contribution

  • Private healthcare

  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious contractor

  • Long-term pipeline of secured industrial work in South Wales

This is an opportunity to join a market-leading industrial contractor known for quality delivery, strong client relationships, and a collaborative working culture.

If you’re ready to lead the commercial delivery of landmark industrial projects in Newport, apply today.

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Job Overview
Category
Build
Offered Salary
£75000 - £90000 Per Annum plus car allowance, pension, healthcare
Job Location
Newport
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant