Senior Quantity Surveyor

First Recruitment Group; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Bonus potential

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Essex to lead commercial management on major EPC substation projects. The role focuses on cost control, contract administration, and robust risk management across tender through to project completion.

You will oversee NEC4 contract administration (Options A, C and E), provide strategic input on tendering and budget planning, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• MRICS or CIOB membership is preferred.
• Extensive experience on large-scale infrastructure projects (EPC).
• Strong knowledge of NEC4 contracts (Options A, C, E).

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contractual management across full project lifecycle.
• Provide input on tendering, contract selection and budget planning with risk focus.
• Administer lump sum EPC and NEC contracts (Options A, C, E) per best practice.
• Oversee cost control, cash flow forecasting and financial reporting.
• Manage variations, payment applications and change control processes.
• Conduct contract risk reviews and support mitigation measures.
• Maintain commercial documentation across project portfolios.

Skills

Cost control

Contract administration

NEC4 contracts

Tendering

Budget planning

Risk management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS/CIOB preferred

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Essex | Very Competitive Salary + Bonus, Car/Car Allowance & Pension

We are working in partnership with a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation to recruit an experiencedQuantity Surveyor based in Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute QS with a strong background in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects and experience working with NEC4 contracts.

You will play a key role in overseeing cost control, contract administration, and the commercial performance of complex infrastructure projects.

Role Overview:

The Lead Quantity Surveyor will manage all commercial aspects of large EPC substation projects, ensuring effective contract execution and cost management from tender stage through to project completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial and contractual management across the full project lifecycle, including both pre- and post-contract phases
• Provide strategic input on tendering, contract selection, and budget planning with a focus on risk and contingency
• Administer lump sum EPC and NEC contracts (Options A, C, and E) in line with best practice and compliance requirements
• Oversee project cost control, cash flow forecasting, and preparation of financial reports
• Manage variations, payment applications, and change control processes
• Conduct contract risk reviews and support strong risk mitigation measures
• Ensure commercial documentation is maintained accurately and consistently across project portfolios

Candidate Profile:

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Construction Law, or a related discipline
• Professional membership (e.g., MRICS, CIOB) is preferred
• Extensive experience working on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of EPC and NEC4 contracts, particularly Options A, C, and E
• Demonstrated capability in cost forecasting, procurement strategy, and commercial reporting
• Effective communicator with excellent analytical and negotiation skills

What's on Offer:

• Very competitive salary package
• Potential bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Additional benefits aligned with a senior commercial leadership role

Location:

Essex - with flexible working arrangements available depending on project requirements

Equal Opportunities Statement:

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included