Senior Quantity Surveyor

CityFibre; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CityFibre as an Area Commercial Manager to lead the commercial management of telecoms projects across Kent or Sussex. You will ensure compliance with contract terms while mentoring junior team members. Seize the opportunity to drive industry change with a top-rated employer.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday

Performance-related bonus

Private healthcare

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Solid experience in senior commercial management.
• Working knowledge of NEC3 ECC forms.
• Background in telecoms, civil engineering, or utilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial resources of assigned projects.
• Support contract variations and mitigate risks.
• Provide financial reporting and coaching to junior team members.

Skills

Senior commercial management

Procurement of contractors

Effective negotiation

Quantitative analysis

Education

HNC/HND level education or equivalent

Job description

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This is a hybrid role which will cover either the Kent or Sussex regions, with at least 2 days working from your local office per week.

Our goal at CityFibre is to unlock the digital potential of Britain by creating a broadband network that works seamlessly for everyone, every day. We provide powerful, gigabit-speed connections that enable communities to enjoy life in full flow. We ensure our people’s voices are heard, their ideas are welcomed, and everyone has the opportunity to make a real impact.

We’re a Times Top 50 Employer for Women, endorsed by WORK180, committed to the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Disability Confident Employer. Working with our Employee Networks, we’re dedicated to changing the industry for everyone.

What you can expect from us

At CityFibre, we value every team member and offer competitive benefits, including a salary based on experience, a car allowance, 25 days’ holiday, a day off on your birthday, a charity day, a performance bonus, and private healthcare.

How you’ll change it up

As an Area Commercial Manager, you’ll support the commercial and contractual management of telecoms projects, including new builds, city enhancements, BDUK government contracts, and field service frameworks. Your responsibilities include:

• Managing commercial resources and controlling project expenditures
• Supporting project variations and risk mitigation
• Providing commercial expertise, including valuations, correspondence, claims, and performance data
• Delivering accurate cost and value data at project and regional levels
• Mentoring junior team members

What you’ll bring to the role

We seek candidates with senior commercial management experience, procurement expertise, and knowledge of NEC3 ECC forms. A background in telecoms, civil engineering, or utilities is preferred. Additional qualities include:

• Quantity Surveying experience
• Strong negotiation skills and innovative problem-solving
• Experience managing large capital projects
• Data-driven financial reporting skills
• HNC/HND or equivalent education

We value proactive individuals who push boundaries. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you. Let’s change it up together.

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

Our diverse team brings a wide range of perspectives, enriching our company. CityFibre is committed to equal opportunities and supports employees from all backgrounds, including carers, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions, ages, disabilities, genders, and gender identities. We offer training and placement programs to support career changers, service leavers, and returning workers.