Senior Quantity Surveyor

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Colchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working

Contributory pension scheme

Annual bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Share-save scheme

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on the Norwich to Tilbury programme. You will manage subcontract procurement, reporting, and financial control across a major energy infrastructure portfolio.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying, NEC contract experience, and the ability to mentor junior commercial staff within a collaborative, high‑performing team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related commercial discipline.
• Desirable membership of RICS or CIOB.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial delivery of projects within a designated geographic area.
• Produce accurate and timely commercial reports, forecasts and strategic advice.
• Manage subcontract procurement, including interim applications, variations and final accounts.
• Oversee cost reporting, forecasting and risk management.
• Maintain accuracy and compliance of all commercial data and reporting.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying

Tools

CEMAR

FastDraft

Job description

Bury St Edmunds

Talented people are the key to our success.

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team on the National Grid Great Grid Partnership (GGP) framework, supporting the delivery of the high‑profile Norwich to Tilbury (ATNC) project. This nationally significant programme plays a vital role in strengthening and future‑proofing the UK’s electricity network.

As part of the Great Grid Partnership, you will contribute to a long‑term programme spanning the next decade, working within a collaborative and high‑performing team delivering a diverse portfolio of major energy infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a strategic, industry‑leading programme that offers strong career development, increasing responsibility, and the chance to help shape a more resilient, future‑ready UK energy network.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial delivery of projects within a designated geographic area, ensuring strong financial performance and contractual compliance.
• Produce accurate and timely commercial reports, forecasts, and strategic advice to support effective decision‑making.
• Manage all aspects of subcontract procurement, including administration, interim applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Oversee cost reporting, forecasting, and risk management to ensure financial control and visibility throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage upstream and downstream change control processes, ensuring all variations are captured, assessed, and agreed appropriately.
• Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all commercial data, documentation, processes, and reporting in line with company standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key project stakeholders, including client commercial teams and supply chain partners.
• Identify, manage, and escalate commercial risks or issues to senior leadership in a timely and effective manner.
• Support, mentor, and develop junior commercial staff, promoting best practice and continuous professional development.
• Deliver against internal and external commercial performance targets, contributing to overall project and business success.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quantity surveying and commercial management processes and practices.
• Use finance systems, such as COINS, to maintain robust financial controls and accurate project records.

Skills, Experience And Qualifications

• Degree‑qualified (BSc or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline; working towards or holding professional membership (RICS or CIOB) is desirable.
• Demonstrable commercial experience within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong background in heavy civil engineering works; experience within substation projects is advantageous.
• Essential experience working with NEC3 and/or NEC4 forms of contract.
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a project commercial or quantity surveying team.
• Ability to manage and develop a small team while reporting into senior leadership and contributing to strategic objectives.
• Strong commercial acumen with an initiative‑taking, delivery‑focused mindset.
• Experience working within energy, utilities, or major infrastructure environments.
• Proficiency in using contract management systems such as CEMAR, FastDraft, or similar platforms.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working.
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach.
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role).
• Option to participate in our share‑save scheme; discounts including cycle‑to‑work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About The Energy Business Unit

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators. Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, fluid‑filled and XLPe, substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion for delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company. Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.