Senior QS & Commercial Lead - Major Energy Projects

The Highfield Company; Manchester; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Manchester for major energy and infrastructure projects. The role involves end-to-end commercial management, managing subcontractors, and NEC contract administration. The ideal candidate will have experience in civils or energy sectors and will receive a competitive salary of £68,000-£95,000 plus bonuses, pension, and relocation support.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Pension

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Strong background in civils, infrastructure, energy or utilities.
• Excellent understanding of NEC contracts.
• Ability to manage commercial activities independently.
• Willingness to travel/relocate (subsidised).

Responsibilities

• End-to-end commercial management on major civils & energy projects.
• Managing subcontractors, procurement, forecasting, and reporting.
• NEC contract administration (NEC3 / NEC4).
• Maintaining cost control and commercial governance.
• Supporting senior leadership teams with commercial strategy.

Skills

Experience as QS, SQS, MQS or Commercial Manager

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Client-facing skills

Job description

A leading UK contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Manchester for major energy and infrastructure projects. The role involves end-to-end commercial management, managing subcontractors, and NEC contract administration. The ideal candidate will have experience in civils or energy sectors and will receive a competitive salary of £68,000-£95,000 plus bonuses, pension, and relocation support.