Lead Quantity Surveyor

Fusion People Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in the energy infrastructure sector is seeking a Lead Quantity Surveyor for their Birmingham location. This role involves managing commercial aspects of various power network projects, including financial control and contract compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and knowledge of relevant contracts. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working flexibility, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company car allowance

Generous pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid working flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in utilities, power, or infrastructure sectors.
• Excellent analytical and financial management skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of power network projects.
• Prepare and manage cost plans, valuations, and final accounts.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage subcontractor procurement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of NEC or FIDIC or JCT contracts

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Lead Quantity Surveyor — Power Networks. Sutton Coldfield or Cambridge (Hybrid Working Available). Salary: £55,000-£75,000 + Car Allowance + Pension.

Our client is a leading specialist contractor in the Independent Connection Provider (ICP) space, delivering high-voltage and low-voltage power network solutions across the UK. They are expanding their commercial team to support growth in the energy infrastructure sector.

Responsibilities

• As Lead Quantity Surveyor, you'll take ownership of commercial management across multiple power network projects. You'll work closely with project managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure financial control, contract compliance, and successful delivery.
• Oversee all commercial aspects of power network projects from inception to completion
• Prepare and manage cost plans, valuations, and final accounts
• Lead contract negotiations and manage subcontractor procurement
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and risk assessments
• Ensure compliance with NEC and other relevant contract frameworks
• Provide strategic input to support business growth and profitability

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in utilities, power, or infrastructure sectors
• Strong knowledge of NEC or FIDIC or JCT contracts and commercial best practices
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline or significant commercial experience
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £75,000
• Company car allowance
• Generous pension scheme
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Career progression within a growing ICP contractor

Would suit a Quantity Surveyor, a Managing Quantity Surveyor, an Estimator, a Commercial Manager or a Project QS.

To apply, please contact Gareth Bone.

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Job Info

• Job Title: Lead Quantity Surveyor
• Company: Fusion People Ltd
• Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
• Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 Per annum + car allowance + pension
• Posted: Oct 16th 2025
• Closes:
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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