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Senior Quantity Surveyor

salary
GBP
£
£
65000
-
75000
per
annum
+
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
Suffolk
(
England
)
job posted
March 30, 2026
reference
SQS736
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in overhead lines and substations to join their team in Suffolk. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially-focused professional to contribute to high-profile energy infrastructure projects.

Key Details:

* Location: Suffolk
* Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS)
* Sector: Overhead lines and substations

Role Overview:
As an SQS, you will be responsible for the commercial management of complex energy projects, including:

* Preparing and monitoring cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
* Managing subcontractor and supplier contracts
* Conducting value engineering and risk assessments
* Overseeing claims, variations, and change management
* Providing commercial guidance to project teams and senior stakeholders

Candidate Requirements:

* Extensive experience in overhead line and substation projects
* Strong knowledge of commercial and contract management, ideally NEC contracts
* Proven track record of managing project costs and delivering commercial solutions
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work effectively on-site and remotely as required

Why Apply?

* Join a client delivering critical energy infrastructure across the region
* Work on high-value, technically challenging projects
* Competitive package and opportunity to make a direct impact on project outcomes
* Be part of a professional, supportive, and forward-thinking team

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a passion for energy infrastructure and a track record in overhead lines and substations, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while working on transformative projects.

Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on 07897069216 or apply with your CV to hayley.woodruff@bcuk.co.uk

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