Senior Surveyor

1 month ago


Ascot, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Senior Surveyor
Ascot, Berkshire
Who Is Walter Lilly?
Walter Lilly is a premier provider of construction and maintenance services for luxurious residential homes, iconic landmark and heritage buildings, and state-of-the-art science and higher education facilities across London and the Home Counties.
This year, the Company celebrates its 100th anniversary since our establishment in 1924.
Boasting an impressive track record of unique projects developed over the last century, we work with industry-leading architects, engineers, interior designers, and highly skilled tradespeople on a portfolio ranging from the UK’s most recognisable listed attractions to cutting-edge contemporary structures.
We now seek a Senior Surveyor to join our Science & Higher Education division on a permanent, full-time basis.
The Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Yearly discretionary performance bonus in December
- Car allowance plus reasonable travel expenses
- 26 days’ annual leave per annum increasing with service plus Bank Holidays
- Two paid volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, personal accident cover
- Pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- High-quality training and continuous personal development opportunities
- Reimbursement of fees for one relevant professional body membership
- Flexible and hybrid working patterns where appropriate
- Fresh fruit, a monthly team meal, social events, and long service rewards
- Cycle to work and electric car leasing schemes
The Culture
At Walter Lilly, we work with each other and our clients in the spirit of collaboration. We recognise the expertise of those who have been with us for many years whilst investing in the next generation of rising industry stars, combining invaluable experience with fresh, innovative thinking.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to reach their full potential. We strive to create a culture where employees can bring themselves to work in line with our core values of integrity, honesty, and fairness.
Walter Lilly is committed to looking after its people and offers a range of health-related benefits including wellbeing days, an Employee Assistance Programme and support from in-house trained Mental Health First Aiders. We are also passionate about improving the local communities in which we operate, targeting tangible social value outcomes that make a meaningful difference to everyday lives and the environment.
The Role
As a Senior Surveyor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of our construction projects.
Optimising the profitability and cash flow of projects, you will manage subcontractor selection including package procurement and order placing. You will ensure these processes are well documented and accessible for sign-off.
Taking responsibility for project valuation processes, you will set up and undertake interim valuations that consider updated final accounts and maximise our commercial position.
Additionally, your role will involve:
- Overseeing the second stage tendering process
- Producing accurate and timely financial reports
- Leading change management, including loss and expense matters
About You
To be considered as a Senior Surveyor, you will need to demonstrate:
- Relevant experience in the construction sector and knowledge of the complexities involved
- Proven record of dealing with several projects of varying value, type and complexity
- Familiarity with standard forms of measurement and managing re-measurement
- An expert understanding of the relationship between cost and value
- The ability to review and challenge construction and pre-construction programmes
- Excellent risk mitigation strategies
- The ability to plan, maintain, control and report on the financial administration of projects
- Strong negotiation skills
- A relevant professional qualification
Other organisations may refer to this role as Senior Quantity Surveyor, Senior Construction Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, or Senior Construction Quantity Surveying.
How to Apply
So, if your skill set matches the above and the prospect of helping deliver some of the country’s finest projects appeals to you, please reach out via the button shown.
Your application will be processed by Walter Lilly and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply. We therefore encourage you to submit ASAP to avoid missing out


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