Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure

Gleeds; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear opportunities for development

Generous holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

A leading global property consultancy based in Manchester is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This role emphasizes career development, handling significant infrastructure projects, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have experience with NEC3/4 contracts and a background in Quantity Surveying. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and flexible working arrangements in a supportive environment recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Qualifications

• Proven background in Quantity Surveying on UK Infrastructure Projects.
• Experience with NEC3/4 contracts.
• A passion for sustainability and delivering quality work.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Keep budgets on track and spot risks.
• Manage NEC3/4 contracts and payments.
• Check estimates and benchmark costs.
• Collaborate with teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Identify and address financial risks.
• Review quantities and ensure accuracy.
• Summarize key findings and recommendations.
• Source costs and validate pricing.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management

Tools

NEC3/4 Contracts

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure

Gleeds – Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are proud to say that we have been certified as a “Great Place to Work” which further acknowledges that we put our people at the heart of everything we do.

Gleeds Infrastructure specialises in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in Renewables, Technology, Transport and Utilities. Our goal is to deliver infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy when well‑integrated into the physical, human, and economic environment. Whether it’s a rail link, wind farm, or flood defence barrier, the goal is to create tangible benefits for individuals, communities, and economies.

We are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to join our team and be part of our ambitious growth plans for 2025. Whether you are an aspiring Assistant Quantity Surveyor that needs support and mentoring or an already established Quantity Surveyor on your RICS journey wanting challenging projects, our team have the knowledge and flexibility to develop your career and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Cost & Forecasting – Keeping budgets on track and spotting risks.
• Contract Handling – Working with NEC3/4 contracts and managing payments.
• Project Assurance – Checking estimates and benchmarking costs.
• Collaboration – Working with teams, clients, and suppliers to drive innovation.
• Risk Management – Identifying and addressing financial risks.
• Measurement & Analysis – Reviewing quantities and ensuring accuracy.
• Report Writing – Summarising key findings and recommendations.
• Market Engagement – Sourcing costs and validating pricing.

Qualifications

• Proven background in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management working on UK Infrastructure Projects.
• Experience of NEC3/4 contracts.
• HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar/relevant discipline (ideally).
• A passion for infrastructure, sustainability and delivering great work.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships quickly with colleagues and clients.

What we can offer you

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well‑being comes first.
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work‑life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organizations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work.

About us

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

Values

• Professionalism with personality
• Excellence with humility
• Innovation with agility

Equal Opportunities

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.

Job Details

Location: Manchester (Mixture of local office, home and client sites)… Type: Permanent, Full‑time – flexible working and core hours.

Seniority level: Entry Level – Employment type: Contract – Job function: Management and Manufacturing – Industry: Construction.