Senior Quantity Surveyor

Alexander Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading infrastructure company as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Brighton. This role involves overseeing commercial aspects of projects in the UK water industry, offering a hybrid working arrangement. Bring your expertise in NEC3 contracts and join a collaborative environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Collaboration with high-performing teams

Qualifications

• Experienced in utilities and civil engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of NEC3 contract management.
• Proven track record in quantity surveying duties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quantity surveying duties across assigned projects.
• Manage main contract and subcontract documentation.
• Monitor project costs and prepare reports.

Skills

Commercially astute

Strong knowledge of NEC3 contracts

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Chartered Membership (RICS, CIOB)

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor!

Location: Brighton

Working Style: Hybrid (Office & Remote)

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000

Industry: Water / Infrastructure / Civil Engineering

Are you a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience in the utilities or civil engineering sectors? We are recruiting on behalf of a respected and forward-thinking client for a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their high-performing commercial team in the UK water industry.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an innovative and collaborative environment, where you’ll take a leading role in managing key commercial aspects of infrastructure projects—while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver quantity surveying duties across assigned projects and work packages.
• Work collaboratively with design, construction, and supply chain teams to monitor and control project costs.
• Ensure robust main contract management, raising relevant notices and correspondence in line with NEC3.
• Prepare and issue subcontract documentation and assist in performance management of subcontractors.
• Manage preparation and agreement of applications for payment.
• Produce accurate cost & value reports, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Support and mentor junior commercial staff as required.
• Continuously engage in professional development and industry networking.
• Maintain professional, positive relationships across internal teams and client interfaces.
• Uphold confidentiality and contribute to a solutions-driven project culture.
  
  

Essential

About You:

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Working towards or achieved Chartered Membership of a recognised institution (e.g., RICS, CIOB).
• Proven experience in utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA project environments.
• Strong knowledge and application of NEC3 contracts.
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in managing or mentoring a small commercial team.
  
  

Why Apply?

• Join a nationally recognised leader in infrastructure delivery.
• Work on high-impact projects within a sector that’s vital to UK sustainability.
• Enjoy a hybrid role that supports work-life balance and professional growth.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Accounting

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