Senior Quantity Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting Ltd in Essex is recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on major infrastructure and construction schemes. You will manage NEC contracts (Option C) and drive cost control from inception to final accounts.

The role requires contractor-side experience, strong negotiation and reporting skills, and the ability to attend site three days a week. You will collaborate with project teams to maximise value and ensure commercial success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior surveying on main contractor or contractor-side commercial environments.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, especially Option C.
• Experience managing costs, forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of construction projects from inception to completion.
• Administer NEC contracts with emphasis on Option C target cost arrangements.
• Handle compensation events, early warnings, change control and contractual notifications.
• Forecast final accounts and monitor project costs; report on commercial performance.
• Prepare and review applications for payment, valuations and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors to maintain commercial control.
• Support subcontract procurement, package management and commercial negotiations.

Skills

NEC Option C

Contract management

Cost forecasting

Negotiation

Communication

English language

Team collaboration

Long-term career focus

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Essex
Sector: Infrastructure / Construction
Salary: £60,000-£80,000 DOE

The Opportunity

An established construction and infrastructure organisation is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its team in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with strong contractor-side experience and a thorough understanding of NEC contracts, particularly Option C. You will play a key role in managing commercial performance, controlling project costs and supporting the successful delivery of complex construction projects. The position would suit someone looking for a long‑term opportunity where they can take ownership of commercial responsibilities, work closely with project delivery teams and contribute to the overall success of major infrastructure and construction schemes.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the commercial aspects of construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Administering NEC contracts, with particular emphasis on Option C target cost arrangements.
• Managing compensation events, early warnings, change control and contractual notifications.
• Monitoring project costs, forecasting final accounts and reporting on commercial performance.
• Managing cost and value reconciliations, cash flow forecasts and financial reporting.
• Preparing and reviewing applications for payment, valuations and final accounts.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Working closely with project managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors to maintain commercial control.
• Supporting subcontract procurement, package management and commercial negotiations.
• Ensuring contractual compliance and maintaining accurate commercial records.
• Providing commercial advice and supporting the wider project team in achieving project objectives.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or contractor‑side commercial environment.
• Strong, demonstrable experience working with NEC contracts, particularly NEC Option C.
• A sound understanding of target cost contracts, compensation events, early warnings and change management.
• Experience managing project costs, forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with operational and commercial teams.
• A stable employment history, demonstrating a commitment to long‑term career development.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong command of written and spoken English.
• Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK without sponsorship, now or in the future.
• The ability to attend site in Essex three days per week.

Candidates with experience working on major infrastructure or construction projects for leading contractors will be particularly relevant.

What's on Offer?

• A long‑term opportunity within an established construction organisation.
• Exposure to commercially complex projects and NEC Option C contracts.
• The opportunity to take ownership of key commercial responsibilities.
• A collaborative working environment alongside experienced project delivery professionals.
• Competitive remuneration, dependent on experience.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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