Quantity Surveyor: Construction Cost Control & VE

Siemens Energy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Leeds is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to manage costs for large construction projects, ensuring budget compliance and data-driven decision making. You will estimate costs, benchmark against industry standards, and collaborate with project teams across international environments.

The role focuses on feasibility and pre-tender estimating, cost planning, reporting, and change management, with opportunities to drive digital cost-management initiatives and sustainability in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in construction-related field; MRICS desirable.
• 3–5 years QS/cost management experience for industrial facilities; international exposure a plus.
• Strong feasibility, pre-tender estimating, cost planning, reporting, tender management and value engineering.
• Experience implementing cost management processes, budgeting, and digital tools for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management for major construction projects from initial estimation through final delivery, ensuring compliance with Siemens Energy standards.
• Develop project cost estimates, support budgeting activities, and manage overall project costs within approved budgets.
• Evaluate cost impacts related to project risks and support change management, including claims preparation and review.
• Prepare, maintain, and present accurate project budget reports, including committed spend, forecasts and cost data.
• Partner with Digital Acceleration team to implement and enhance digital cost-management tools.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing best practices and supporting sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Cost management

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Forecasting

Tender management

Value engineering

Reporting

Excel

Digital tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

MRICS desirable

Tools

Excel

Cost management software

Job description

Siemens Energy in Leeds is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to manage costs for large construction projects, ensuring budget compliance and data-driven decision making. You will estimate costs, benchmark against industry standards, and collaborate with project teams across international environments.

The role focuses on feasibility and pre-tender estimating, cost planning, reporting, and change management, with opportunities to drive digital cost-management initiatives and sustainability in