Senior Quantity Surveyor - Cannock (21329)

J. Murphy & Sons Limited.

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Cannock (21329)

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J. Murphy & Sons Limited., Blackfords, Cannock Chase

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 7 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 5f51aba0c69e495db10f60c2a5f8ab63

Full Job Description

Murphy Utility Assets are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based out of their project office in Cannock.

Reporting into the Commercial Manager , this role would be good for anyone looking for a new and exciting challenge and for anyone looking to gain exposure and experience to all aspects of commercial delivery within a project from start to finish, working closely alongside other operational units

What will you be doing?

  • Drafting and input on contract and subcontract negotiations, subcontract management and agreement of final accounts

  • Ensuring awareness off and compliance with our key risk parameters

  • Build on and manage client, supplier and internal relationships.

  • Preparation and presentation of monthly project cost value reconciliation, ensuring your awareness and compliance with revenue recognition rules.

  • Review and progress the management of opportunity and threat.

  • Define and implement a commercial strategy for each project.

  • Ensure compliance with year end.

  • Preparation of applications for payment to maintain cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production and improvement plans.

  • Input into growing your own high performing team, highlighting your resourcing needs to line and project management.

  • Mentor and oversee the progression of junior team members (not just commercial)

  • Input into apprentice and graduate recruitment annually

    Experience in utilities ideally

  • NEC or JCT experience

  • Gained or seeking to attain professional accreditation, MRICS, MCICES, MCIOB or equivalent.

  • Commercially astute with substantial proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry

  • Good knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.

  • Degree or equivalent to support a commercial background.

  • Full driving licence

    Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.

  • Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.

  • Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy's inclusive culture.


  • What you'll get in return
  • Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.

  • 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service

  • Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review

  • Above market rate contributory pension scheme

  • Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus

  • Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus

  • Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations

  • Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, cycle to work scheme etc


  • As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer we are proud to have signed up to #BantheBoxUK and reduce barriers to employment for people with criminal records.

    If you think Murphy is the place to help you thrive in a great team dedicated to delivery and engineering excellence, and want to work in an inclusive team culture that rewards performance and drives personal development, apply today.