Quantity Surveyor

Mint Selection | B Corp; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Market-leading bonus

Job summary

Mint Selection | B Corp is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for power generation projects in the UK. You will own commercial delivery from development through construction and handover, manage NEC contracts, and drive value and risk management.

The role suits those with 2–5 years post-graduation experience in quantity surveying, strong NEC experience, and exposure to large-scale energy schemes (>£10m). You will work autonomously within a lean project delivery team.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years post-graduation experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong experience with NEC contracts.
• Experience on energy/power projects (£10m+).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of project delivery from development through construction and handover.
• Manage and administer NEC contracts ensuring compliance and commercial control.
• Oversee risk and value management and maintain risk registers.
• Lead procurement activities including tendering, scope reviews and contractor selection.
• Manage contractor accounts, evaluate payments and issue notices.
• Manage change control, evaluate variations and mitigate risk.
• Review disallowed costs to protect margins.
• Maintain internal cost plans, track earned value and report financial performance.
• Provide commercial advice to site teams and drive subcontractor performance.

Skills

NEC contracts

Commercial awareness

Independent working

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Power Generation

The Company:

Our client is at the forefront of delivering innovative power generation infrastructure, including large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), reciprocating engine plants, and co-located solar assets. Operating within a lean and dynamic environment, they offer autonomy, strong career progression, and the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced energy projects in the market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support project delivery by taking ownership from the development team through to construction and operational handover.
• Manage and administer contracts (with a strong focus on NEC forms) ensuring compliance and commercial control.
• Oversee risk and value management processes, maintaining risk and Early Warning Registers.
• Lead procurement activities including preparation of enquiry documentation, scope reviews, contractor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Manage contractor accounts, assess applications for payment, and issue payment notices in line with contract requirements.
• Proactively manage change control processes, including evaluation of variations (cost and time) and risk mitigation.
• Challenge and review disallowed costs to protect project margins.
• Maintain internal cost plans, track earned value, and report financial performance to senior leadership.
• Provide commercial advice and support to site teams.
• Drive subcontractor performance while maintaining quality and strong working relationships.
• Operate autonomously while contributing to a high-performance project delivery team.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 2–5 years’ post-graduation experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong experience working with NEC suite of contracts.
• Background in power generation, transmission & distribution, or broader M&E projects (preferred).
• Experience within a main/principal contractor environment (desirable).
• Exposure to projects valued at £10m+ (desirable).
• Proven experience in change management, cost control, and contractor management.
• Strong commercial awareness with a focus on profit maximisation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project priorities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with market-leading bonus structure
• Opportunity to work on flagship projects including +100MW energy storage and 300MW+ power plants
• High level of autonomy within a lean organisation
• Exposure to cutting-edge energy infrastructure projects globally
• Strong career progression in a rapidly growing sector

Equal Opportunities Statement:

Our client is committed to inclusive hiring and equal opportunities. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, supporting the development of diverse teams driving the global energy transition.