Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor to join a respected organisation that delivers high-value project commercial management, cost engineering, and NEC contract expertise across major infrastructure and civil engineering schemes.

This role sits within a well-established, high-performing commercial team supporting clients across complex programmes within the civil engineering, infrastructure, and utilities sectors. You will play a key part in delivering robust commercial guidance, ensuring effective contract administration, and supporting successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or support the commercial delivery of major civil engineering projects under NEC3 and NEC4 forms of contract
• Provide comprehensive project cost management, including cost planning, forecasting, and budget control
• Administer NEC contracts including compensation events, early warnings, contract communications, and programme assessments
• Prepare and review tender documentation, BoQs, estimates, and commercial reports
• Manage subcontract procurement, negotiation, and performance monitoring
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution activities through clear documentation and commercial insight
• Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project QS, Senior QS, or similar commercial role within civil engineering or infrastructure
• Strong, hands-on knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contract - ideally with experience leading contract administration
• Background in major civil engineering works such as highways, structures, utilities, groundworks, energy or infrastructure
• Excellent analytical, commercial and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Professional qualification (RICS or progressing) is advantageous but not essential

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a highly respected organisation
• Exposure to prestigious, complex civils projects across the region
• A competitive salary, and strong professional development support
• A role suited to a driven commercial professional seeking long-term progression

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