Senior Quantity Surveyor

Smart 4 EPC; North East; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart 4 EPC in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on a hyperscale data centre project in Northumberland. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will own valuations, subcontractor packages, and cost reporting to ensure safe, profitable delivery.

You will mentor junior members, manage variations and final accounts, and liaise with site teams to drive commercial success on a multi-phased, multi-billion project, offering long-term career stability.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in construction.
• Experience with a main contractor is essential.
• Strong contractual and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and management of monthly valuations and payment applications.
• Commercial management of subcontractor packages, including procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Identification and management of commercial risks and opportunities.
• Review and administration of contract documentation.
• Negotiation and agreement of variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Preparation of detailed financial reports for senior management.
• Liaison with site, design, procurement, and project delivery teams.
• Support the successful commercial delivery of a large-scale mission-critical construction project.
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team.

Skills

Contract management

Valuations

Cost reporting

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Northumberland, UK

About the Opportunity

An established Irish Main Contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a hyperscale data centre project in Northumberland.

This is a rare opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest and most significant mission-critical developments. The scheme represents a multi-billion-pound investment and will be delivered over several phases, offering long-term career stability and exposure to cutting-edge construction methodologies within the rapidly growing data centre sector.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of the commercial and contractual management of major work packages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in line with client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and management of monthly valuations and payment applications.
• Commercial management of subcontractor packages, including procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Identification and management of commercial risks and opportunities.
• Review and administration of contract documentation.
• Negotiation and agreement of variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Preparation of detailed financial reports for senior management.
• Liaison with site, design, procurement, and project delivery teams.
• Support the successful commercial delivery of a large-scale mission-critical construction project.
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years' experience within the construction industry.
• Previous experience with a main contractor.
• Strong background delivering large-scale construction projects.
• Data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, advanced manufacturing, or major infrastructure experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent contractual and commercial awareness.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in commercial reporting and cost management systems.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced and technically challenging environment.

Why Apply?

This position offers the opportunity to be part of a major project that is helping shape the future of digital infrastructure in the UK. Working with a leading Irish contractor, you will gain exposure to complex engineering solutions, large-scale commercial management, and a project environment that will significantly enhance your career profile.

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Main Contractor | Data Centre Construction | Northumberland | £Excellent Package + Benefits