Quantity Surveyor - Energy Infrastructure

Turner & Townsend; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Supportive work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support high-profile Energy Infrastructure projects across the UK. The role involves managing contracts, cost control, value engineering, and collaboration with client and contractor teams. Applicants should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field, professional membership preferred, and experience in energy or infrastructure projects is essential. The firm offers hybrid working options and promotes a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Degree level or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional membership or pursuing membership is required.
• Experience on major programmes/projects in Energy, Power or Infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts in line with project objectives, policies, and budgets.
• Provide accurate cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting to completion.
• Manage contract change effectively, ensuring governance and best practice.

Skills

Contract management

Cost control

Value engineering

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB)

Tools

NEC contract management

Job description

Job Title – Quantity Surveyor – Energy Infrastructure

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services firm with a dedicated focus on real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources. We deliver outcomes that improve people’s lives and transform complex projects into success.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support high‑profile Energy Infrastructure projects across the UK. The role involves cost control, contract management, value engineering and collaboration with client and contractor teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer contracts in line with project objectives, policies and budgets.
• Provide accurate cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting to completion.
• Pro‑actively manage cost variance, contract cash flow and applications.
• Collaborate with client and contractor teams to deliver project KPIs, performance and value engineering.
• Manage contract change effectively, ensuring governance and best practice.
• Drive improvements in forecast accuracy and budget management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree level (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB) or pursuing membership.
• Experience of working on major programmes and projects in the Energy, Power or Infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of NEC contract management (NEC3, Option C or NEC4 preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost and risk on complex infrastructure or energy projects.

Benefits

Hybrid working options and a supportive, inclusive work environment that values work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged.