Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Regional (Office & Site-Based - Flexible)
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits
Sector: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and respected regional civil engineering contractor with a strong track record delivering complex infrastructure projects across the highways, marine, and energy sectors. Operating for over 60 years, they are known for high-quality delivery, collaborative culture, and technical expertise. Due to a healthy pipeline of secured work and strategic growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

Key Sectors

Highways & Roads

Bridges & Structures

Flood Defence & Coastal Engineering

Harbours & Marine Infrastructure

Renewable Energy (Onshore/Offshore Wind, Solar, Hydro)

Private Infrastructure & Utilities

Role Overview

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will take full commercial ownership of multiple civil engineering projects, managing all aspects of cost control, contract administration, subcontractor management, and client liaison. You will play a vital role in protecting commercial interests while supporting project teams to ensure timely and profitable delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the commercial aspects of multiple civils projects from pre-construction to final account

Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting

Administer NEC, ICE or JCT contracts including early warnings, compensation events, and change management

Procure and manage subcontractors, including scope review, tendering, and payment certification

Lead on value engineering, cost recovery, and risk mitigation

Support tendering teams with pricing, rates, and supply chain engagement

Work closely with operations and planning teams to monitor progress and manage commercial risks

Produce regular reports for senior management and clients

Mentor and support junior commercial staff where required

Requirements

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or similar

Minimum 6+ years' experience in a commercial role with a civil engineering contractor

Strong understanding of NEC contracts (Option A & C)

Proven track record on highways, marine, flood defense, energy or related infrastructure projects

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a regional delivery team

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across project sites

What's On Offer

Competitive salary: £75,000 - £90,000 depending on experience

Car or car allowance

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare and pension

25+ days annual leave + bank holidays

Ongoing professional development and career progression

Stable, regional workload with a supportive leadership team