Senior Quantity Surveyor

D R Newitt & Associates; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Generous annual leave

Company pension scheme

Private medical scheme options

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

D R Newitt & Associates is seeking two Senior Quantity Surveyors to join a major highways project in Cheltenham. You will lead commercial management, change control, and monthly payment applications on a significant civil infrastructure scheme, coordinating with senior teams to drive commercial performance.

You will manage subcontract packages, cost reporting and NEC contract administration, using tools like CEMAR and Oracle.

Qualifications

• Experience on major highways or civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and compensation events.
• Experience managing subcontract packages, applications and commercial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and commercial management systems such as CEMAR and Oracle.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional qualification such as MRICS or MCIOB, or commitment to pursuing one.

Responsibilities

• Managing main contract administration with focus on change management and compensation event quotations.
• Preparing, submitting and agreeing monthly applications for payment.
• Managing subcontract procurement, negotiations, valuations and change control.
• Producing and issuing contractual notices in line with NEC requirements.
• Monitoring project costs, expenditure and forecasts.
• Preparing monthly commercial reports and CVRs.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Collaborating with site management, engineering teams and stakeholders to maximise commercial performance.
• Supporting a safe working environment and ensuring company procedures are followed.

Skills

NEC contracts

Compensation events

Subcontract management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

MRICS or MCIOB (or working towards)

Tools

Excel

Word

CEMAR

Oracle

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cheltenham | Major Highways Project

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 Senior Quantity Surveyors to join a leading infrastructure contractor on a major highways development in Cheltenham.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a significant infrastructure project involving road widening, a new link road, earthworks and associated structures. You'll play a key role in the commercial management of the scheme, working alongside senior commercial and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing main contract administration, with a strong focus on change management and compensation event quotations.
• Preparing, submitting and agreeing monthly applications for payment.
• Managing subcontract procurement, negotiations, valuations and change control.
• Producing and issuing contractual notices in line with NEC requirements.
• Monitoring project costs, expenditure and forecasts.
• Preparing monthly commercial reports and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Working closely with site management, engineering teams and key stakeholders to maximise commercial performance.
• Supporting a safe working environment and ensuring company procedures are followed.

About You

We're keen to speak with Senior Quantity Surveyors who have:

• Experience working on major highways or civil engineering projects.
• A strong understanding of NEC contracts and compensation events.
• Experience managing subcontract packages, applications and commercial reporting.
• Strong skills in Excel, Word and commercial management systems such as CEMAR and Oracle.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A professional qualification such as MRICS or MCIOB, or a commitment to working towards one.

What's In It For You?

You'll be joining an established infrastructure business with a strong project pipeline, offering long-term career stability and the opportunity to work on major, high-profile developments.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private medical scheme options.
• Competitive family leave policies.
• Cycle to Work scheme and a range of corporate discounts.
• Employee assistance programme offering 24/5 support.
• Annual paid membership of a recognised professional association.
• Access to ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Flexible and agile working arrangements where appropriate.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key commercial responsibilities on a major highways scheme, working within a well-established team and contributing to a project that will make a lasting difference to local infrastructure. Whether you're looking to develop your commercial expertise, take the next step in your career or secure your next long-term opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you