Project Quantity Surveyor

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment; Leiston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LJ.B & Co. Construction Recruitment in Suffolk seeks a Project Quantity Surveyor to support a nuclear infrastructure programme. You will lead cost management, forecasting, and commercial governance on complex projects and collaborate with clients and design teams.

Applicants should hold a degree or professional QS qualification, have NEC contract experience, and be able to commute to Suffolk. The role offers £45,000-£55,000 per year plus a comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or professionally qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering QS services within construction, infrastructure, or major capital projects.
• Experience with NEC contracts is highly advantageous.
• Must be based within a commutable distance of Suffolk.

Responsibilities

• Cost Management & Commercial Control: Manage project-level cost activities and governance for complex nuclear works.
• Procurement & Contract Management: Lead procurement across packages, support tenders, negotiations, and contract admin.
• NEC Contract Administration: Manage change control, compensation events, and payment applications.
• Cost Reporting & Risk Management: Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and identify risks/opportunities for stakeholders.
• Client & Project Team Collaboration: Work with clients, contractors, designers, and teams throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Cost management

NEC contracts

Procurement

Commercial governance

Education

QS degree

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor - Nuclear - Suffolk

We are currently partnering with a multidisciplinary construction and property consultancy with presence across the UK and proven success in a variety of sectors including Rail, Utilities, Energy, Roads, Energy etc. Due to continued growth in their Industrial arm, they are actively seeking an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Suffolk to aid the Commercial Team.

Responsibilities

Cost Management & Commercial Control Manage project-level cost activities, supporting the delivery of complex nuclear infrastructure works through effective cost planning, forecasting, reporting, and commercial governance.

Procurement & Contract Management Lead procurement activities across packages of work, supporting tender processes, contractor negotiations, and contract administration while ensuring value for money and commercial compliance.

NEC Contract Administration Provide commercial support across NEC-based contracts, managing change control, compensation events, payment applications, and contractual processes to minimise risk and maintain project performance.

Cost Reporting & Risk Management Prepare accurate cost reports, forecasts, and financial updates, identifying commercial risks and opportunities while providing clear advice to project stakeholders and senior management.

Client & Project Team Collaboration Work closely with clients, contractors, designers, and wider project teams to provide commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery of major infrastructure works.

Requirements

• Degree qualified or professionally qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline, with experience delivering QS services within construction, infrastructure, or major capital projects.
• Proven experience managing procurement and commercial activities, ideally within NEC contract environments.
• Experience working on complex infrastructure, energy, nuclear, or similarly regulated projects would be highly advantageous.
• Must be based within a commutable distance of Suffolk

Benefits

£45,000 - £55,000 per annum + Package