Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Warrington
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 + Excellent Package



About the Company

Our client is an established consultancy specialising in commercial and contractual management across complex projects within the built environment.

With a strong focus on NEC contracts, client service and project performance, the business works across a diverse portfolio of major projects, supporting clients and project teams with effective commercial and contractual solutions.

The organisation places significant emphasis on professional development, collaboration and delivering high-quality outcomes for its clients. This is an opportunity to join a business where you can contribute to the bigger picture while developing your own technical and professional expertise through a clear, structured progression pathway.



The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial and contractual expertise across a range of major projects, with a particular focus on the practical application of NEC4 contracts.

You will work closely with clients, project managers, contractors and wider project teams to manage day-to-day commercial matters, support effective contract administration and help drive successful project outcomes.

The role would suit a Quantity Surveyor with a solid understanding of NEC4 who wants to further develop their contractual expertise within a consultancy environment, with the opportunity to progress through structured progression pathways.



Key Responsibilities

* Provide commercial and contractual support across major projects within sectors including nuclear, water and infrastructure.
* Apply practical knowledge of NEC4 contracts, including Main Options, Secondary Options and Contract Data.
* Support the preparation, review and administration of NEC contract documentation.
* Provide guidance on Scope, Site Information and contractual requirements.
* Manage and assess compensation events, including their commercial and programme implications.
* Manage payment mechanisms, including Defined Cost, Disallowed Cost, Fee and the Schedule of Cost Components.
* Prepare and manage pricing documents across different NEC contract options.
* Assess contractual positions and provide commercially sound advice to clients and project teams.
* Support the early warning process, identifying and mitigating commercial and contractual risks.
* Work alongside project managers and planners to understand programme requirements and potential contractual impacts.
* Maintain effective contractual communications, records and processes.
* Support contract compliance relating to areas including defects, insurance, bonds, liability, delay damages and dispute avoidance.
* Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
* Promote collaborative working and the principles of the NEC ethos across project teams and the wider supply chain.
* Take an active role in developing high-performing project teams through effective communication, accountability and collaborative problem-solving.



About You

* Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Engineering. HNC/HND candidates may also be considered.
* Practical experience working with NEC4 contracts.
* Good understanding of NEC4 structure, principles and their application within commercial management.
* Experience with NEC payment mechanisms, compensation events, change management, programme impacts and risk mitigation.
* Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret contractual requirements and provide clear, practical advice.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
* A collaborative approach and the ability to constructively challenge commercial and contractual decisions where appropriate.
* Membership of, or progress towards, RICS, CICES, CIOB or MAPM is preferred.
* Full UK driving licence.



Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a consultancy where technical excellence, client focus and collaborative working are central to the way projects are delivered.

You will gain exposure to complex and high-profile projects while developing your NEC expertise within a structured professional development framework, with a clear pathway.

The role offers the chance to develop not only as a Quantity Surveyor, but as a trusted commercial and contractual adviser who can influence project outcomes and contribute to the wider success of clients and project teams.



Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with Noah Barrago.



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Email: noah.barrago@buildingcareersuk.com



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