Senior Quantity Surveyor

Carrington West; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a client-side role at Gatwick Airport. This position focuses on commercial governance and NEC contract administration, ensuring the successful delivery of civil engineering projects. Ideal candidates will have strong cost management skills and a background in managing contracts. The role offers exposure to high-profile airfield infrastructure projects and requires 3 days per week on-site attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing NEC contracts and providing contract administration.
• Strong focus on commercial governance and cost management.
• Ability to prepare financial analyses and cost reports.

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC contracts and provide guidance on claims.
• Review and assess contractor submissions and change proposals.
• Prepare detailed cost reports and forecasts.

Skills

Commercial governance

Contract administration

Cost management

NEC contract knowledge

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Consultancy Civil Engineering

Location : Gatwick (3 days per week on-site : Tuesday - Thursday)

Contract : Permanent / Secondment

Salary : £65,000 - £85,000

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a consultancy team supporting Gatwick Airport's civil engineering programmes. This is a client-side / consultancy role, providing commercial oversight, cost management, and NEC contract administration on a high-profile airfield infrastructure programme.

You will be seconded into Gatwick, working closely with the client and project teams to ensure civil works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. The role offers exposure to airfield and highway infrastructure projects, including runway works, and is ideal for a civils-focused QS who thrives in a client advisory or project management environment.

The Role

As the client-side Quantity Surveyor, your focus will be on commercial governance, contract administration, and providing expert advice to the client team. You will play a key role in ensuring value for money, managing risk, and supporting successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities include :

• Administering NEC contracts and providing guidance on compensation events, variations, and claims
• Reviewing and assessing contractor submissions, valuations, and change proposals
• Preparing cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses f...