Senior QS (Midlands/ North East)

Fyba Recruitment Ltd; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in infrastructure is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage major projects in the water sector. The role is hybrid with bases in Leeds or Birmingham and involves comprehensive QS duties, client interactions, and contract administration. Ideal candidates will have NEC3/4 experience and strong communication skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, including 24 days' holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus

24 days' holiday + bank holidays + ability to buy more

Laptop + phone provided

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering both pre and post-contract services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and clients effectively.
• Proactive and confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle QS duties across major infrastructure schemes.
• Lead client interactions as their trusted commercial advisor.
• Conduct cost planning, estimates, and tender documentation.
• Administer contracts (NEC3/4 essential).
• Control costs, reporting, and final accounts.

Skills

NEC3/4 experience

Client-facing communication

Cost planning and management

Procurement strategy

Project leadership

Water sector experience

Education

Working towards MRICS or MCICES

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure (Water Sector)

Hybrid | Leeds or Birmingham base + regional travel (North & Midlands)

Permanent | Full-time

Attractive salary + strong benefits package

The Role

Ready to step up and lead on major infrastructure projects in the water sector?

We''re working with a high-performing consultancy that''s carving out a leading presence in utilities and infrastructure. With a growing portfolio across major UK water frameworks, they''re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the reins on high-impact projects.

If you''re commercially sharp, client-savvy and confident managing infrastructure projects under NEC contracts — this is your next big move.

You''ll be the go-to commercial lead on multiple projects, delivering end-to-end Quantity Surveying support while building trusted relationships with clients, contractors and project teams.

Your day-to-day will include

• Full lifecycle QS duties across major infrastructure schemes
• Leading client interactions — you''ll be their trusted commercial advisor
• Cost planning, estimates and tender documentation
• Procurement strategy and advice
• Contract administration (NEC3/4 essential)
• Cost control, reporting and final accounts
• Regular site visits and active project leadership
• Supporting junior team members and sharing your knowledge
• Keeping communication tight between all stakeholders

What We''re Looking For

• NEC3/4 experience — you know it inside out
• Confident delivering both pre and post-contract services
• Water sector or wider utilities experience (bonus if you''ve worked with frameworks like AMP)
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and clients
• Ideally working towards MRICS or MCICES
• A proactive, confident communicator who thrives in a client-facing role

What''s In It For You

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
• 24 days' holiday + bank hols + buy more if you want
• Laptop + phone provided