Senior Contract Surveyor

Hill Group UK

At Hill, commercial leadership is about more than numbers-it’s about adding value every step of the way. As a Senior Contract Surveyor, you’ll take ownership of large-scale or complex residential developments, leading cost control, procurement and reporting across multiple phases.

You’ll play a hands on role in maximising project performance, while also mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape a high performing, collaborative commercial team.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the commercial delivery of residential construction projects from pre start to final account
• Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and claims in line with Hill protocols
• Prepare and review CVCs, cost forecasts, valuations and outturn summaries
• Take part in early stage design reviews and value engineering opportunities
• Contribute to team meetings with design, technical, production and client side colleagues
• Mentor Trainee and Assistant Surveyors, contributing to performance reviews and development
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, contract terms and ISO9001 standards
• Attend client and consultant meetings and represent Hill professionally
• Provide commercial insight during design coordination and risk management

What we’re looking for:

• HND/HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related subject
• Chartered (or working towards) RICS or MCIOB status
• Strong experience managing the commercial aspects of residential developments
• Excellent understanding of subcontract terms, procurement, and cost control
• Skilled in remeasurement for key trades including RC frame, groundworks and brickwork
• Confidence negotiating final accounts, claims and changes
• Good working knowledge of Building Regulations and Health & Safety in construction
• Analytical and detail driven with strong forecasting and reporting skills
• Team player with strong communication and mentoring abilities

What you’ll get:

• 25 days holiday
• Private healthcare and wellbeing platform
• Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts
• Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities
• A high performing and supportive team culture
• competitive salary and package

Why Hill?

At Hill, we offer more than just a job – we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK.

Our culture is underpinned by our values:

• Ambition – we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them
• Impact – we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes
• Agility – we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change
• Collaboration – we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way

As a privately owned business, we’re able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard working, driven people thrive here – and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it.

Join Hill and be part of a forward thinking, values led team. Together, we’re not just building homes – we’re building a lasting legacy.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.