Senior Quantity Surveyor

Energy Jobline; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee capital infrastructure projects across Bournemouth and the wider region. This role offers hybrid working and a structured career path. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing NEC contracts and be committed to high standards of commercial delivery.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Private pension contributions

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with civil engineering background.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial leadership across multiple capital projects.
• Manage contracts using NEC suite, handle subcontractor procurement.
• Conduct cost forecasting and reporting to senior leadership.

Skills

Communication

Commercial Management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC Contracts

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge/Peterborough Areas (with hybrid working)

Salary: £52,000 - £80,000 + Excellent Package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading main contractor delivering a long-term water framework, undertaking capital infrastructure projects across Bournemouth and the wider region.

This is an opportunity to join a busy and stable commercial team delivering essential upgrades to the UK's water network, with projects ranging in value from £1m to £100m.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide commercial leadership across multiple capital projects on the framework
• Manage contracts using the NEC suite, including change control and early warnings
• Handle subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and performance management
• Conduct cost forecasting, CVRs, and reporting to senior commercial and project leadership
• Support junior staff and promote best practices within the team
• Engage with client representatives and operational teams to ensure effective project delivery

About You

• Experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in civil engineering or infrastructure
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (Option C experience beneficial)
• Confident communicator capable of managing commercial aspects across multiple sites
• Committed to high standards of commercial delivery and continuous improvement
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

What’s on Offer?

• Rewarding career with hybrid working and a structured career path towards Managing QS level and beyond
• Job security through a strong pipeline of projects
• Competitive salary from £50,000 to £65,000
• Company car or car allowance of £5,000
• 25 days leave plus bank holidays
• Private pension contributions
• Private healthcare

If you're an experienced QS looking to advance into a senior role or a proven Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking more variety and security, I’d love to hear from you. Please contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group for further details.

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