Senior Project Quantity Surveyor

CSR (NI) LIMITED; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a professional to lead commercial delivery on high-value civils projects across the UK and Ireland. This role involves strategic ownership, working with various teams and stakeholders, and ensuring successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in commercial management, contract negotiation, and financial reporting. You will also manage cost plans and work closely with estimators and engineers. Expect a supportive culture and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading commercial delivery for civils projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC/JCT contracts.
• Ability to manage cost plans and forecasts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery across earthworks, deep digs, and roads & highways.
• Manage cost plans, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Run procurement and subcontractor negotiations.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract negotiation

Financial reporting

Risk management

Team collaboration

Job description

Lead commercial delivery on major civils projects across the UK & Ireland.

About The Company

You’ll join a fast‑growing civil engineering contractor known for delivering complex infrastructure projects with speed, quality, and serious commercial discipline. The team has grown past 150 people, with major frameworks secured and long‑term expansion already underway. It’s a place where progression is real, talent is backed, and high performers move up quickly. Expect a supportive culture, strong leadership, and a pipeline that keeps careers moving.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll take full commercial ownership of high‑value civils projects from early cost planning to final account. This role is hands‑on, strategic, and central to project success.

Your Responsibilities Include

• Leading commercial delivery across earthworks, deep digs, roads & highways
• Managing cost plans, forecasts, valuations, and financial reporting
• Running procurement, subcontractor negotiations, and contract administration
• Handling variations, compensation events, and change control
• Advising teams on NEC/JCT contracts and commercial risk
• Working closely with planners, estimators, engineers, and site teams
• Travelling 3 nights per week, with 1 hybrid day for flexibility