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Senior QS (Defence) in Hindpool, Barrow-In-Furness (LA14), LA14 | Winsearch My career My jobs MA My account Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Project Manager Demolition Career Makers Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria Up to £60,000 per annum + company van 3 weeks ago Logistics and Material Lead Morson Edge Hindpool, Barrow-In-Furness (LA14), LA14 Market related 1 month ago Engineering Authority Morson Edge Newton In Furness, Barrow-In-Furness (LA13), LA13 £700 - 800 per day + None 1 month ago Principal Stealth Engineer - Low Observables Hackajob Ltd Barrow-In-Furness (LA14), LA14 £50k - £80k per year 4 weeks ago Project Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Liverpool (L1) £55000 - £70000 per annum + plus package 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor M Group Preston, Lancashire, PR2 Competitive plus benefits 1 week ago DCO Senior, Principal or Associate Planner Stantec North West Competitive 1 week ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Hays Preston, Lancashire £55000.0 - £65000.0 per annum + Competitive salary DOE 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor M Group Preston, Lancashire, PR2 Competitive plus benefits 1 week ago Groundworks Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Northwich (CW8) £350 - £450 per day 4 weeks ago Senior QS (Defence) Winsearch View Profile Hindpool, Barrow-In-Furness (LA14), LA14 Permanent Published: 1 week ago £65k - 75k per year Apply Save Senior QS (Defence) Winsearch Apply Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager Barrow-in-Furness Site-based £75,000 per annum + package Permanent Winsearch UK is proud to partner with a long-established specialist contractor operating across roofing, waterproofing, cladding and wider building envelope projects. My client has been operating for over 50 years and is recognised as one of the UK’s leading roofing and cladding specialists, delivering major new build and refurbishment projects nationwide across sectors including commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, infrastructure and public sector works. The role This is a senior commercial role based on site in Barrow-in-Furness, working on a long-term, high-value project portfolio. They are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of commercial strategy, NEC contract management, subcontract procurement, compensation events, risk management and project reporting. This is not a development role for someone stepping up. They need someone already operating at Senior QS level or above, with the confidence to work closely with the Commercial Director, project teams, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives. What you’ll be doing Leading commercial management across a major project / project portfolio Reporting into the Commercial Director Preparing and agreeing commercial strategies from tender stage through to site delivery Managing NEC subcontract procurement and negotiation Leading the pricing and management of high-value compensation events Reviewing contract risks, opportunities and commercial issues Managing subcontractor and supplier down-selection and appointment Preparing and issuing ITTs and managing the tender process Validating cost build-ups, estimates and subcontractor pricing Supporting dispute avoidance and commercial assurance Liaising with clients, subcontractors, consultants and internal teams Mentoring and developing junior commercial staff where required What my client is looking for Minimum 5 years’ experience at Senior QS level or above Strong NEC contract experience Experience managing high-value projects or project portfolios Background with a main contractor or specialist subcontractor Experience across projects valued roughly between £5m and £50m Strong subcontract procurement and negotiation experience Confident managing compensation events Ability to challenge estimates, cost build-ups and commercial assumptions Strong client, subcontractor and stakeholder management skills Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related subject would be beneficial Roofing, cladding, waterproofing or building envelope experience would be useful Defence sector experience would be beneficial but is not essential Security requirements Due to the nature of the project, candidates must be eligible to obtain SC clearance. Sole UK nationality is required for clearance eligibility. The type of person who’ll do well This role will suit someone commercially sharp, organised and confident operating in a senior site-based position. You’ll need to be hands-on with the detail, but also able to think strategically across the wider project portfolio. My client is looking for someone who can challenge constructively, manage risk properly and build strong working relationships with the client, supply chain and internal teams. Package £75,000 per annum All reasonable expenses covered 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays £200 loyalty payment each year on anniversary of start date Half-day leave entitlement for birthday, in addition to annual leave Corporate private healthcare 4% employer pension contribution Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Business travel costs fully reimbursed where required Why consider it? This is a strong opportunity to join a respected specialist contractor in a senior commercial position, working on a long-term, high-value project with genuine responsibility and visibility. If you’re an experienced Senior QS or Commercial Manager with NEC contract experience and you’re open to a site-based role in Barrow-in-Furness, get in touch with Winsearch UK for a confidential chat. INDWIN Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. 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