Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS

Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor - Life Sciences Project Location: Oxford Project Value: £80m (Flagship Life Sciences Scheme) Salary: Up to £75,000 + package (DOE) Duration: 3-year project Sector: Tier 1 Main Contractor The Company We are working with a Tier 1 main contractor renowned for delivering flagship, technically complex projects across the UK, with individual project values reaching up to £150m. The business has a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and developing talent internally. Due to securing a major new scheme, they are now looking to strengthen their commercial team on a landmark £80m Life Sciences project based in Oxford. The Project This is a high-profile, technically demanding life sciences development with a 3-year programme, offering long-term stability and the chance to be embedded on a prestigious scheme from early stages through to completion. The Role The contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a Senior role, or an established Senior QS looking for a flagship project with real responsibility. You will play a key role in the commercial management of the project, working closely with the Commercial Manager and wider project team. Key responsibilities will include: * Full commercial management of packages on a major life sciences scheme * Procurement and management of subcontractors * Valuations, variations, and change control * Cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management * Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team * Managing risk and supporting final accounts * Working collaboratively with site, design, and client teams The Ideal Candidate * Strong background as a Quantity Surveyor within main contracting * Experience delivering large, complex projects (ideally £30m+; life sciences or similar technical sectors beneficial but not essential) * Commercially astute and confident managing key packages independently * Ready to take the next step into a Senior Quantity Surveyor position * Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a Tier 1 project environment * What’s on Offer * Salary of up to £70,000 depending on experience * Attractive benefits package * Opportunity to work on a flagship £80m life sciences project * Long-term role with a 3-year project pipeline * Clear progression within a Tier 1 contractor known for developing senior talent This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step on a prestigious, career-defining project in Oxford