Quantity Surveyor

NRL; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the power infrastructure sector is seeking a Quantity Surveyor specializing in High Voltage (HV) projects. This role involves managing commercial aspects of significant projects, supporting delivery teams, and mentoring junior staff. The position offers hybrid working with a competitive salary and a flexible contract structure.

Benefits

Hybrid Working - 2/3 days week in the office

LTD pay structure available

6 month rolling contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the Transmission & Distribution or Power sector.
• Strong background in High Voltage (HV) project environments.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CICES) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and contractual aspects of HV transmission and distribution projects.
• Oversee project portfolio commercial activities from tender to final account.
• Prepare and present Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial reports.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC Contracts

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor – Transmission & Distribution (HV)
Location:Birmingham, Hybrid working
Job Type: Full-time |Contract

Our clientis a leading player in the power infrastructure sector, delivering critical services across the UK’s energy network. As they expand their presence in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) market, NRL are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join our clients growing commercial team.

The Role: As a Quantity Surveyor specialising in High Voltage (HV) infrastructure within the T&D sector, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring commercial and contractual success across a portfolio of projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence multi-million-pound schemes that help power the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of HV transmission and distribution projects.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of project portfolio commercial activities — from tender through to final account.
• Administer NEC and other standard forms of contract.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flows, ensuring cost controls are met.
• Support the project delivery teams with contract advice and risk management.
• Prepare and present CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations) and commercial reports.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure financial clarity and performance.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior commercial staff as required.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the Transmission & Distribution or Power sector.
• Strong background in High Voltage (HV) project environments (132kV to 400kV preferred).
• Portfolio or programme management experience across multiple concurrent projects.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC (3 or 4) and other relevant contract frameworks.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CICES) desirable but not essential.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

Additional information:

• Hybrid Working - 2/3 days week in the office
• 40 hours per week
• LTD pay structure available
• 6 month rolling contract

If this is something you're interested in then please apply, or reach out to [e-mail] more information.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.