This is an excellent opportunity for a a Civils Senior Quantity Surveyor working for a hugely successful civil engineering company based in Dorset Experience in civil engineering and the water sector is ideally required, however a good civils background will also be considered The position can be based in Poole or Wimborne Responsibilities of the Senior Quantity Surveyor As a Senior Quantity Surveyor your role will include but not limited to the following; Supporting the Programme Manager in the management of MMBs contracts, project forecasting, and reporting to senior commercial staff on all aspects of project governance Establish and maintain the Operations/Commercial partnership required to meet the needs of each project. Monitor manage risk and associated budgets Monitor performance standards and quality. Procure subcontractors at lower than Tender sums whenever possible. Seek to negotiate the best price for the company. Build strong relationships with clients and their representatives. Establish and actively promote working relationships between the department, through effective communication and ensuring Company procedures are followed. Fully understand the Contract and scope of work and advise/communicate to relevant project team members. Discuss and develop procurement strategy with team members and in accordance with the contract programme. Monitor and update as necessary . Submit timely applications for payments to ensure cash can be collected in accordance w