Senior Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a capital works project in Newport, offering a salary of £55,000-£65,000. This pivotal role involves full commercial responsibility, working closely with clients and the delivery team. Ideal candidates will have proven experience at the Senior QS level in infrastructure projects, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead teams. The firm offers excellent long-term career prospects and a comprehensive compensation package, including a car allowance, healthcare, and annual leave.

Benefits

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Senior QS level on major infrastructure, civil engineering or utilities projects.
• Strong, hands‑on experience working under NEC forms of contract.
• Ability to lead commercial processes autonomously while mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of a major capital works project from pre‑construction through to final account.
• Administration and management of NEC contracts, including change control and cost forecasting.
• Managing and developing a Cost Clerk, with potential oversight of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

Skills

Commercial management

Stakeholder management

NEC contracts

Cost management

Infrastructure projects

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Capital Works | Newport
£55,000-£65,000 + Car Allowance, Pension, Private Healthcare, 25 Days' Leave + Bank Holidays

I am currently working in partnership with a leading UK main contractor and supporting them with their search for a commercially astute and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team delivering a major capital works project in Newport, South Wales.

This is a pivotal commercial leadership role on a high-value, bespoke infrastructure scheme, offering long-term security and excellent career prospects. The successful candidate will be joining a well-established contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex, technically challenging projects across the UK.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full end‑to‑end commercial responsibility for the project, acting as the commercial lead and primary interface with the client and supply chain. The role will be site-based three days per week, with flexibility for the remaining time.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of a major capital works project from pre‑construction through to final account
• Administration and management of NEC contracts, including change control, compensation events, and cost forecasting
• Leading cost reporting, CVRs, cashflow management, and risk/opportunity management
• Managing and developing a Cost Clerk, with potential oversight of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor
• Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team to ensure commercial and programme objectives are met
• Client engagement and contribution to commercial strategy on a bespoke, high‑value scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Senior QS level on major infrastructure, civil engineering or utilities projects
• Strong, hands‑on experience working under NEC forms of contract
• Background with a main contractor delivering complex, high‑value or bespoke projects
• Ability to lead commercial processes autonomously while mentoring junior team members
• Confident stakeholder management skills, particularly with clients and key subcontractors
• Experience in the water or utilities sector would be advantageous, though not essential.

Compensation Package

• Starting salary £55,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
• £5,000 Car allowance or company car
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

This is an excellent opportunity to join a flagship project with a contractor that invests in its people and offers genuine long‑term career progression.

If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor with relevant experience and keen to explore your options, please get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion.