Senior Quantity Surveyor

First Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee cost control and contract management for major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the MEP sector and a strong understanding of NEC contracts. Competitive salary, bonus potential, and additional benefits such as a company car and pension scheme are included.

Benefits

Very competitive salary package

Potential bonus

Company car or car allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Work from home Friday

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in the infrastructure sector.
• Proven track record in MEP-focused commercial delivery.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Providing commercial advice to operational teams.
• Leading negotiations with clients and consultants.
• Preparing and agreeing interim valuations and final accounts.
• Managing subcontractor accounts.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

NEC contracts knowledge

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor Greater Manchester Very Competitive Salary + Potential Bonus, Car/Car Allowance + Contributory Pension

We are working in partnership with a leading engineering business to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Trafford Park, on a Permanent Staff basis

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute QS with a strong background in Mechanical and Electrical projects and experience working with NEC contracts.

You will play a key role in overseeing cost control, contract administration, and the commercial performance of complex projects.

Role Overview:

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with MEP experience to play a leading role in the delivery of some of the UK's largest secure and complex infrastructure projects based out of the Trafford Park office with travel to site as and when required. With an exciting pipeline of work, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role working closely with the Regional Commercial Director and Management Team.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide commercial, contractual and financial management to projects alongside the Project Lead. Their primary role will be to ensure project profit objectives and targets are met and cash is managed to maximise performance.

The successful candidate will be required to diligently apply proper contractual and commercial practices and carefully manage risk to maximise the financial effectiveness and profitability of the projects under their responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing pre and post-contract commercial advice to operational teams
• Leading negotiations with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
• Advising on and managing commercial risks across assigned projects
• Preparing and agreeing interim valuations and final accounts
• Managing subcontractor accounts and implementing robust change control processes
• Compiling monthly commercial reports and conducting contract reviews
• Supporting the production of management accounts and financial reporting
• Leading and developing a team, including Junior Quantity Surveyors

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute professional with demonstrable experience in the MEP sector and infrastructure delivery. You will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to lead and influence both internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Significant experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level within the infrastructure sector
• Proven track record in MEP-focused commercial delivery
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, particularly Options A, C, and E
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• High levels of initiative and problem-solving ability
• Committed to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to wider team goals

What s on Offer:

• Very competitive salary package
• Potential bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Work from home Friday

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for role looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.