Senior Quantity Surveyor

Fortiva; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days Annual Leave

Car scheme

Wellbeing days

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits

Dental insurance

Gym memberships

Travel insurance

Development programme

Job summary

Fortiva is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activities on major projects near Bridgewater. You will manage NEC3/4 contracts, value works, and drive cash flow and P&L performance within a sizeable commercial team.

The role offers a competitive salary, car/allowance, and flexible benefits, with a clear path for progression in a leading engineering and services business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role.
• Strong commercial performance management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application.
• Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables).

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams.
• Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements.
• Measure and value works for applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs.
• Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings.
• Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution.
• Oversee supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of the wider commercial team.

Skills

NEC3/4 contracts

Cash flow management

P&L management

Team leadership

MS Excel advanced

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Bridgewater

Full-time, Permanent – Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

• Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to manage the contractual and financial elements of major projects?
• Do you have experience of Power, Substation or Infrastructure related projects using NEC contracts?
• Ready to lead and support successful P&L, cash flow, and working capital management across large electrical and civil works?

A leading organisation is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Major Projects team. This role is based near Bridgewater and offers the chance to work on significant projects with future opportunities for growth. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial success of large-scale projects.

Your Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams.
• Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements.
• Measure and value works for applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs.
• Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings.
• Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution.
• Oversee supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of the wider commercial team.

Your Skills and Experience

• Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role.
• Strong commercial performance management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application.
• Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables).

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes
• Personal development programme

About the Client

Our client is a leading engineering and services business with a rich history of over 100 years trading. They work across various sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. The company values progression and offers a clearly defined development path supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you