Senior Quantity Surveyor

Smart 4 EPC; Banbury; On-site; GBP 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Job summary

Smart 4 EPC, based in Banbury, seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Manager considered) to lead commercial delivery on MEP/HS2 C2 packages. The role covers procurement strategy, subcontractor management, cost-to-complete forecasts, and cash flow analysis, with NEC contract administration at its core.

For CM-level candidates, broader oversight, mentoring of junior QS staff, and closer client engagement are on offer, with salary up to £95,000 and permanent status on a flagship HS2

Qualifications

• MEP/ME commercial background preferred; NEC/ infrastructure experience valued.
• Experience with NEC3/4 contract administration.
• Background on major infrastructure or rail programmes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery on MEP/HS2 C2 packages.
• Oversee procurement strategy, subcontractor management, and commercial reporting across the package.
• Administer NEC contracts, including compensation events and change control.
• Produce and present CVRs, cost-to-complete forecasts, and cash flow analysis.
• Manage final accounts and protect project margin through robust variation and risk management.
• For CM level candidates: broader oversight of the commercial function, mentoring junior QS staff, and closer client/stakeholder engagement.

Skills

NEC contract administration

Commercial management

Client engagement

Cost forecasting

CVR & cash flow analysis

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Manager Considered)

Location: Banbury

Salary: Up to £95,000 per annum (higher for Commercial Manager-level candidates)

Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading M&E contractor, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for their commercial team on HS2 C2, based in Banbury. This permanent role offers scope for candidates operating at Commercial Manager level to be considered at an enhanced salary.

The Role:

• Lead commercial delivery on M&E packages within the HS2 C2 works
• Oversee procurement strategy, subcontractor management, and commercial reporting across the package
• Administer NEC contracts, including compensation events and change control
• Produce and present CVRs, cost-to-complete forecasts, and cash flow analysis
• Manage final accounts and protect project margin through robust variation and risk management
• For candidates operating at CM level: broader oversight of the commercial function, mentoring junior QS staff, and closer client/stakeholder engagement

About You:

• MEP/M&E commercial background preferred; candidates with a solid NEC and infrastructure background will also be considered
• Strong NEC3/4 contract administration experience
• Prior experience on major infrastructure or rail programmes advantageous
• SC Clearance desirable (or willingness to obtain)

On Offer:

• Salary up to £95,000 per annum (negotiable above this for Commercial Manager-level experience)
• Permanent role on a flagship HS2 programme