Senior Quantity Surveyor

NRL; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 76,500 - 103,500; Full time

Job summary

NRL in Finland is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial strategy on large-scale data centre projects. You will oversee procurement, forecasts, and cash flow while mentoring a growing commercial team on high-value contracts.

The role requires strong NEC/JCT knowledge, leadership, and a track record in design and build commercial management. This on-site, full-time position offers a clear career path within a global contractor.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Proven experience in commercial management of design and build contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms and dispute resolution.
• Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex subcontract agreements and provide commercial guidance.
• Sound understanding of risk management and contractual practices.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement the commercial strategy for assigned projects.
• Lead procurement activities, including tender preparation and subcontractor engagement.
• Prepare and present accurate financial forecasts, valuations and cash flow projections.
• Manage variations, claims, and ensure contractual compliance.
• Monitor project risk and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies as required.
• Produce and agree final accounts and ensure compliance across all contracts.
• Oversee reporting on commercial performance, risks, and opportunities to senior management.
• Mentor and support junior commercial team members, promoting collaboration and development.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Risk management

Contract management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

We’re looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading construction team delivering large-scale data centre projects in Finland. This role is ideal for an experienced quantity surveyor with strong commercial management background, looking to work on high-value, complex projects. You’ll have the opportunity to influence commercial strategies while mentoring a team and delivering exceptional project performance.

Salary: €90,000 per year

Location and Working Pattern: Finland – full-time, on-site

Client Overview

Our client is a well-established global contractor specialising in complex, high-value projects. They are recognised for delivering innovative engineering solutions across Europe and beyond, focusing on quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement the commercial strategy for assigned projects
• Lead procurement activities, including tender preparation and subcontractor engagement
• Prepare and present accurate financial forecasts, valuations and cash flow projections
• Manage variations, claims, and ensure contractual compliance
• Monitor project risk and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies as required
• Produce and agree final accounts and ensure compliance across all contracts
• Oversee reporting on commercial performance, risks, and opportunities to senior management
• Mentor and support junior commercial team members, promoting collaboration and development

Must-have Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• Proven experience in commercial management of design and build contracts
• In-depth knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms and dispute resolution
• Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex subcontract agreements and provide commercial guidance
• Sound understanding of risk management and contractual practices

Nice-to-have Skills

• Chartered status with RICS, CIOB or equivalent body
• Advanced CPD in industry trends and commercial management practices

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.