Lead Quantity Surveyor - NEC & Infrastructure Projects

Multi Trades Recruitment; Swillington Common; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Multi Trades Recruitment is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead NEC contract administration and commercial activities on a major infrastructure project near Leeds. The role sits inside IR35 and requires NEC contract experience to drive value and control costs across a complex civil environment.

You will manage cost reporting, final accounts, procurement, and risk, while mentoring junior commercial staff and aligning with project delivery requirements on Net Zero Teesside.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• Strong NEC contract administration and management experience.
• Proven experience managing costs, contracts and commercial performance.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams.
• Chartered status or working towards membership of the RICS.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC contract administration and commercial management activities.
• Measure, record, and value works in line with contract requirements and industry standards.
• Prepare applications for payment, cost reports, data assurance, and final account documentation.
• Manage project accounting systems, monitor costs, and produce cost/value reconciliations.
• Review project programmes and ensure commercial activities align with delivery requirements.
• Lead supplier procurement, supply chain management, contract administration, and value-for-money assessments.
• Identify, communicate, and manage commercial risks with the project team.
• Provide guidance to developing members of the commercial team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of commercial processes and project delivery.

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)

Job description

Multi Trades Recruitment is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead NEC contract administration and commercial activities on a major infrastructure project near Leeds. The role sits inside IR35 and requires NEC contract experience to drive value and control costs across a complex civil environment.

You will manage cost reporting, final accounts, procurement, and risk, while mentoring junior commercial staff and aligning with project delivery requirements on Net Zero Teesside.