Senior Quantity Surveyor

365 Recruit; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of major infrastructure projects. You will lead cost management, advise clients, and support a junior team, ensuring successful project delivery across the UK. This is an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment with competitive pay and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Professional development

Collaborative working environment

Involvement in high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying.
• Proven experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.
• Strong background in infrastructure projects (highways, rail, utilities).

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts across infrastructure projects.
• Lead the cost management process from pre-contract to final account.
• Provide commercial and strategic advice to clients and project teams.

Skills

Contract management

Cost management

Risk management

Value management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Commercial Management

Job description

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a solid track record working with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts on infrastructure projects? If so, we want to hear from you.

About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our clients growing team, working on major infrastructure projects across the UK. You will play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual aspects of large-scale works, ensuring value, compliance, and successful delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage NEC3/NEC4 contracts across infrastructure projects

• Lead the cost management process from pre-contract through to final account

• Provide commercial and strategic advice to clients and project teams

• Conduct risk, value management, and cost control

• Manage change control processes and cost forecasting

• Mentor and support junior surveyors within the team

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying

• Proven experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts

• Strong background in infrastructure projects (e.g., highways, rail, utilities, or civil engineering)

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field

• Excellent commercial acumen and contract management skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

Whats On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for career progression and professional development

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

• Involvement in high-profile infrastructure projects