Lead Quantity Surveyor

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor in Barrow-in-Furness. This role involves leading the commercial delivery of engineering contracts within the nuclear defence sector, ensuring contracts are delivered on time and cost. The ideal candidate will have significant Quantity Surveying experience, preferably in nuclear or civil engineering, along with relevant educational qualifications and a passion for mentoring team members. Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Networking opportunities

Global travel scholarship programme

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally in Nuclear or Civil engineering.
• Advanced experience of standard forms of contract, especially NEC suite.
• Significant on-the-job experience in engineering may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery of major engineering contracts.
• Manage commercial and contractual aspects collaboratively.
• Oversee site surveys for quantity validation.
• Validate contractor estimates and oversee supply chain performance.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial management

Contractual management

Site surveys

M&E systems

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant discipline

Professional qualifications (e.g., RICS, CIOB)

Job description

Lead Quantity Surveyor

Executive/Principal Consultant level

Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid working, mixture of home, office and client sites)

Permanent

Full time with flexible working and core hours

About this opportunity

Gleeds is seeking experienced Lead Quantity Surveyors to lead the commercial delivery of major engineering and equipment contracts within the nuclear defence sector. These programmes underpin critical national capability and involve some of the most technically complex and secure assets in the country. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial leadership across contracts involving complex M&E systems, advanced manufacturing and specialist infrastructure providing assurance, governance and commercial oversight. This role ensures contracts are being delivered correctly, at cost and on time.

No two days are the same. We are a flexible team that supports each other’s projects as well as getting involved with wider business activities. We believe that variety is key to your development however the below responsibilities will remain constant in any role or project you work on -

• Commercial and contractual management, working collaboratively with contractors to ensure improved
• Undertake and oversee site surveys to quantify measures, progress and validate claims in line with contract
• Review and validate contractor estimates
• Oversee supply chain performance, including specialist contractors, equipment suppliers and system integrators
• Support the measurement, verification and valuation of M&E installation works
• Lead and mentor junior members of the team

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service Contracting) sectors.
• Advanced experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite.
• Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some case applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered if there is significant on the job experience.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.

What we can offer you

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage your local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work.

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.