Senior Quantity Surveyor

Gleeds; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cambridge to lead commercial and contractual functions for high-profile construction projects. This pivotal role promises career growth, flexibility, and a strong support system within a collaborative environment, focused on contributing to sustainable energy initiatives.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Global travel scholarship programme

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Broad technical knowledge in Procurement, Cost and Commercial Management.
• Ideally HNC, HND, or Degree qualified in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial and contractual elements of construction projects.
• Manage contracts from inception to completion.
• Conduct Monthly Commercial Reporting and manage payment valuations.

Skills

Contract management

Cost control

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management

Professional qualifications in RICS, CIOB, or similar

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Consultant to Senior level
• Cambridge (Mixture of site and work from home)
• Permanent, full time with flexible working and core hours

About this opportunity

Gleeds is looking for accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyors to support the successful delivery of high-profile nuclear new build projects that are shaping the future of the UK’s energy landscape. These major infrastructure programmes are critical to achieving national energy security, driving economic growth, and accelerating the move toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy system.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take a leading role in overseeing the commercial and contractual elements of complex construction packages. Your responsibilities will include cost control, contract management, change oversight, and contribution to procurement and commercial planning. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, engaging with clients, suppliers, and project partners to ensure effective cost management, reduce risk, and maximise value across all phases of delivery.

Your day-to-day might involve:

• Management of contracts from inception (pre-contract support e.g., tender evaluation) to completion (post-contract support)
• Operating with NEC form of Contract such as Option A, B, C and E as well as bespoke forms of contract
• Stakeholder Engagement across a portfolio of projects
• Issuing /reviewing early warning notices
• Priced and Assessed Compensation Events
• Monthly Commercial Reporting
• Management of Contractors and Subcontractors accounts
• Updating Risk Registers
• Reviewing programmes
• Issuing payment certs and valuation assessment of the works
• Ensuring work is done to specification and to cost

What we are looking for in our next Senior Quantity Surveyor

Experience and Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management, ideally in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service Contracting) sectors
• Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost and Commercial Management - ideally both pre and post contract.
• Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some case applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered if there is significant on the job experience.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.

What we can offer you

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work certified employer

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.