Senior Quantity Surveyor
JSM Group Services Ltd.
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Potters Bar
Contract type: Full time
THE TEAM
At JSM Group, we deliver integrated power and communications solutions across the UK. Since our founding in 1998, we’ve grown into a high-margin, high-growth organisation backed by significant private equity investment. Our Gas Division is a key area of the business, and we’re now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to help us continue delivering high-quality, commercially successful projects.
SCOPE OF ROLE
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll report to the Chief Quantity Surveyor and be responsible for overseeing the commercial and contractual aspects of a wide range of civil engineering and utility contracts. This role spans both pre- and post-contract responsibilities, from tendering through to contract management, valuation, and cost control. You will also lead the commercial administration of projects across frameworks and high-value standalone contracts.
HOW YOU`LL SUCCEED
Managing subcontractor relationships, including negotiating rates, reviewing packages, agreeing variations, and assessing applications
Leading on tender preparation and submission, including cost analysis, reviewing T&Cs, and evaluating subcontract responses
Overseeing contract administration, including monthly valuations, payment arrangements, variations control, and claim assessments
Producing detailed cost reporting and monthly CVRs, tracking cost vs value across all assigned contracts
Implementing commercial reporting systems** and maintaining accurate records throughout each project lifecycle
Identifying commercial and contractual risks** early and taking proactive measures to manage and mitigate them
Working collaboratively with operational teams to align commercial strategy and project delivery
Supporting the development and mentoring of junior commercial team members
What It Takes
Experience in civil engineering or utility contracts (gas sector preferable but not essential)
Proven ability to manage the full commercial lifecycle of multiple projects
Strong knowledge of contract forms (NEC, JCT, and bespoke)
Ability to lead and manage site-based commercial reporting systems
Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
A collaborative, ‘hands-on’ approach to commercial leadership
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and cost control systems (e.g. Envision)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with customer awareness and commercial insight
What We Offer You
We truly value your work, time, and skills! In return, we will offer you a competitive salary and some additional benefits to support your professional growth, including:
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, and to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. JSM Group operates a zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.
JSM Group Services Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated utility infrastructure solutions. Our combination of end-to-end technical expertise, decades of industry experience, and unlimited fresh thinking make us a trusted partner for the implementation of next-generation connectivity in energy and communications. Our focus is on building for tomorrow by delivering every day for customers right across the UK, Europe and beyond.
At JSM Group, we deliver integrated power and communications solutions across the UK. Since our founding in 1998, we’ve grown into a high-margin, high-growth organisation backed by significant private equity investment. Our Gas Division is a key area of the business, and we’re now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to help us continue delivering high-quality, commercially successful projects.
SCOPE OF ROLE
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll report to the Chief Quantity Surveyor and be responsible for overseeing the commercial and contractual aspects of a wide range of civil engineering and utility contracts. This role spans both pre- and post-contract responsibilities, from tendering through to contract management, valuation, and cost control. You will also lead the commercial administration of projects across frameworks and high-value standalone contracts.
HOW YOU`LL SUCCEED
Managing subcontractor relationships, including negotiating rates, reviewing packages, agreeing variations, and assessing applications
Leading on tender preparation and submission, including cost analysis, reviewing T&Cs, and evaluating subcontract responses
Overseeing contract administration, including monthly valuations, payment arrangements, variations control, and claim assessments
Producing detailed cost reporting and monthly CVRs, tracking cost vs value across all assigned contracts
Implementing commercial reporting systems** and maintaining accurate records throughout each project lifecycle
Identifying commercial and contractual risks** early and taking proactive measures to manage and mitigate them
Working collaboratively with operational teams to align commercial strategy and project delivery
Supporting the development and mentoring of junior commercial team members
What It Takes
Experience in civil engineering or utility contracts (gas sector preferable but not essential)
Proven ability to manage the full commercial lifecycle of multiple projects
Strong knowledge of contract forms (NEC, JCT, and bespoke)
Ability to lead and manage site-based commercial reporting systems
Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
A collaborative, ‘hands-on’ approach to commercial leadership
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and cost control systems (e.g. Envision)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with customer awareness and commercial insight
What We Offer You
We truly value your work, time, and skills! In return, we will offer you a competitive salary and some additional benefits to support your professional growth, including:
- Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes
- 28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays)
- 2 paid volunteering days a year
- Hybrid working pattern
- Continuous training and development, in both technical and business skill
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, and to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. JSM Group operates a zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.
JSM Group Services Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated utility infrastructure solutions. Our combination of end-to-end technical expertise, decades of industry experience, and unlimited fresh thinking make us a trusted partner for the implementation of next-generation connectivity in energy and communications. Our focus is on building for tomorrow by delivering every day for customers right across the UK, Europe and beyond.
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