Quantity Surveyor

UI Social Infrastructure Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Lead Quantity Surveyor to own the Retrofit Stream under a Guinness Partnership framework. You will manage commercial aspects, cost control, valuations, and subcontractor relationships to deliver SHDF-funded retrofit projects.

The role requires strong leadership, CVR expertise, and a collaborative approach across design, pre-construction and operations to maximise value for money while complying with funding requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role, preferably pre-construction.
• Strong knowledge of CVR processes, cost planning and budget management.
• Experience managing and developing commercial teams.
• Skilled in commercial strategy, risk management and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience within construction or cladding remediation and main contracting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction commercial function with governance and control.
• Own CVR and financial reporting, provide accurate cost positions.
• Lead and develop a team of Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• Develop detailed cost plans and budgets for bids and projects.
• Oversee procurement strategies and supply chain engagement.
• Identify and report commercial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

CVR & Costing

Team Leadership

Commercial Strategy

Stakeholder Management

Contracting Experience

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure – Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Lead Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of an Retrofit Stream of work that we have coming up through our Guinness Partnership contract. The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the commercial management of SHDF-funded retrofit projects delivered under a long-term partnering contract with Guinness. The role includes cost control, valuations, subcontractor management, forecasting, reporting, and final accounts, while ensuring compliance with SHDF funding requirements and delivering value for money through collaborative working.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Leadership & Governance Lead and manage the pre-construction commercial function, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and control across all projects
• CVR & Financial Management Take full accountability for the Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) process across the pre-construction portfolio Ensure timely, accurate reporting of cost position, risks, opportunities, and forecast outcomes Challenge assumptions, cost movements, and commercial risks to protect business margins Provide clear financial reporting and insight to senior leadership
• Team Leadership & Development Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Assistant Quantity Surveyors Set objectives, monitor performance, and support professional development Ensure appropriate resource allocation and workload balance across projects
• Cost Planning & Pre-Construction Support Lead the development and validation of detailed cost plans and budgets Support bid and tender processes, ensuring competitive and commercially sound submissions Drive value engineering initiatives and cost optimisation strategies Work closely with design and pre-construction teams to ensure alignment between scope and budget
• Procurement & Supply Chain Management Oversee pre-construction procurement strategies and package scoping Support early supply chain engagement to inform pricing, risk management, and buildability Ensure compliance with procurement governance and commercial best practice
• Risk & Opportunity Management Identify, manage, and report commercial risks and opportunities across all schemes Ensure risk allowances, contingencies, and commercial positions are robust and defensible Support mitigation strategies to protect cost certainty and programme outcomes
• Stakeholder Engagement Act as a key commercial interface with internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners Present commercial updates and financial positions to senior stakeholders Support collaborative working across design, construction, and operational teams

About You

• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally within pre-construction
• Strong knowledge of CVR processes, cost planning, and budget management
• Experience managing and developing commercial teams
• Skilled in commercial strategy, risk management, and financial reporting
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Experience within [construction / cladding remediation / main contracting] is highly desirable

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a critical commercial function within a growing division
• Clear career progression and leadership exposure
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Here at United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation. Are you looking to be part of an exciting journey within an evolving business? Want to learn something new, every single day? Then you’ve come to the right place. A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development – because together, we achieve more. Ready to take the next step in your career?