Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and capital projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading commercial role within a dynamic consultancy environment, working on high-value, complex programmes across sectors such as transport, utilities, energy, and defence.

The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects from inception through to final account. You will act as a key advisor to clients and project teams, ensuring robust cost management, effective procurement, and strong commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle.

You will work closely with Project Managers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing expert insight and leadership to drive value, manage risk, and deliver successful project outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple projects or take ownership of key workstreams within large-scale programmes.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring delivery within approved budgets and commercial frameworks
* Prepare, develop, and maintain detailed cost plans, estimates, and project budgets
* Monitor and report on project costs, including forecasting, cash flow analysis, and variance reporting
* Administer contracts (NEC, JCT, or similar), ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and processes
* Manage change control processes, including variations, compensation events, and claims
* Lead procurement activities, including preparation of tender documentation, evaluation, and contract award
* Manage and oversee subcontractor performance, payments, and final accounts
* Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
* Provide accurate and timely reporting to clients and senior stakeholders
* Support dispute avoidance and resolution through proactive commercial management
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of best practice


About You

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, construction, or engineering sectors
* Strong knowledge of contract forms such as NEC, JCT, or equivalent
* Demonstrable experience in cost management, procurement, and contract administration on complex projects
* Excellent commercial acumen and analytical skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
* Ability to lead and mentor junior team members where required
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and cost management/project tools
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* MRICS accreditation (or working towards) is highly desirable


What's on Offer

* Opportunity to work on high-profile, large-scale infrastructure programmes
* Exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex and technically challenging projects
* A collaborative and professional consultancy environment
* Clear career progression and professional development opportunities
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements


This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in their career, working on impactful projects within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy environment. If you are commercially driven and motivated by delivering high-quality outcomes, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply:

Contact: Hayley Woodruff on 07897069216 / Jonathan Kirby on 07860273465

Apply with your CV to hayley.woodruff@bcuk.co.uk / jonathan.kirby@bcuk.co.uk

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