Senior Quantity Surveyor

AtkinsRéalis; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Oxford to manage costs and deliver excellence on large infrastructure projects. Candidates should have extensive experience in civil infrastructure and a degree in a relevant subject. The role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

As a vital member of our team, you will work collaboratively with project managers and contractors, ensuring project success while supporting your colleagues' career growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil infrastructure projects.
• Extensive knowledge of UK Construction contracts (NEC, ICC, FIDIC, JCT).
• Experience managing or mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with client teams and contractors.
• Monitor and control project costs within budget.
• Provide financial reports and updates to stakeholders.
• Administer various contract types ensuring compliance.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks effectively.
• Encourage development within the team.

Skills

Collaboration

Cost Management

Risk Management

Contract Administration

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Membership of RICS or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Be the essence of collaboration. How would you like to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects in the UK? Would you like to join our growing team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, a team of visionaries and gamechangers? Join our collaborative South West & Wales (East) Complex Projects team, where everyone has a voice, and together, we deliver excellence for people and the environment.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be responsible for delivering work that's driven by excellence as well as doing the right thing. Our teams work across a wide range of complex infrastructure sectors, including rail, local transport, utilities, defence, aviation, energy and highways. As well as building long‑term, sustainable relationships with our clients, you’ll also be a catalyst for your colleagues' career progression. Working with a variety of client teams on secondments lasting from 6 months to multiple years, to align with your career aspirations.

With 40,000 employees speaking more than 70 languages, representing 130 nationalities, and operating across 50+ countries, our team is as diverse as the world we serve. We know that being a good employer means respecting your life outside of work. Our established flexible working practices will enable you to balance time with your teams in the office and working from home. We want you to feel on top of what matters most to you, so you can bring your whole self to work. How about opting for reduced workweeks or purchasing extra leave during school holidays? What about workplace adjustments or a supported transition back after a career break?

We’re big on skills, expertise and knowledge. Small on hierarchy. So, you’ll be trusted with more responsibility quicker here and supported when you need it. Through a wide range of both company sponsored and self‑led training opportunities throughout the year, you’ll build on the skills & professional accreditation you’ll need to create and lead a positive, constructive and inclusive working environment.

Your role

• Collaboration – Working in the client team and liaising with leadership, project managers, contractors, and internal teams to maintain strong relationship
• Cost Management – Monitoring and controlling project costs to ensure the project is delivered within budget. Validating and managing contractor and supplier costs & payments
• Reporting – Providing regular financial reports to ensure our clients have confidence in their project outcomes. Presenting financial performance and risk updates to stakeholders
• Procurement – Undertaking procurement or supporting the procurement team in evaluating and appointing contractors
• Contract Administration – Administering various contract types, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions. Managing contract change reviewing validity, quotations and ensuring timely submissions and agreement. Working closely with the Project Manager to maintain accurate and comprehensive project records
• Risk and Value Management – Identifying, analysing, and mitigating commercial risks. Assisting in value engineering to optimise project performance
• Developing Colleagues – Working closely with your team to encourage development and advance your colleagues' career progression

About You

• Member, or working towards membership, of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent, recognised body
• Ideally degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
• Experience in civil infrastructure projects
• Extensive experience with common forms of UK Construction contracts such as NEC, ICC, FIDIC, or JCT
• Experience in managing, coaching or mentoring junior colleagues

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.