Senior Quantity Surveyor

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Knowledge sharing

Culture of continuous improvement

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activity on major infrastructure projects in Berkshire. You will oversee cost control, reporting and subcontract management, while guiding a team to deliver programme and quality outcomes.

Your role requires strong technical knowledge, professional membership, and the ability to collaborate with delivery teams to maximise value and ensure governance compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related commercial discipline required.
• Professional membership such as RICS or CIOB desirable.
• CSCS card at the relevant level.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge across contract forms.
• Experience managing commercial activities on large infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing and developing commercial teams.
• Knowledge of current construction legislation and industry practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring cost, value and profitability targets are achieved
• Prepare accurate and timely commercial reports, forecasts and cost/value reconciliations
• Manage subcontractor accounts including procurement, payments, variations and final accounts
• Ensure timely submission of payment applications and fair administration of subcontract payments
• Identify, price and manage variations and changes in line with contractual requirements
• Provide commercial support and advice to operational teams to maximise value recovery
• Build strong working relationships with delivery teams and stakeholders to support programme success
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and governance requirements
• Oversee and develop junior commercial staff, providing mentoring and performance support
• Support health, safety and environmental objectives across all commercial activities
• Contribute to planning, reporting and performance analysis, including cost forecasting and KPI tracking

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Organisation

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying

RICS/CIOB membership

CSCS card

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Berkshire

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support our delivery on the AWE Framework in Berkshire.

This key commercial leadership role is responsible for providing expert commercial guidance, managing the commercial aspects of large‑scale infrastructure projects, and ensuring successful delivery across a complex high‑profile programme. You will lead on cost management, contract administration and supply chain engagement, working closely with operational teams to achieve commercial, programme and quality objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring cost, value and profitability targets are achieved
• Prepare accurate and timely commercial reports, forecasts and cost/value reconciliations
• Manage subcontractor accounts including procurement, payments, variations and final accounts
• Ensure timely submission of payment applications and fair administration of subcontract payments
• Identify, price and manage variations and changes in line with contractual requirements
• Provide commercial support and advice to operational teams to maximise value recovery
• Build strong working relationships with delivery teams and stakeholders to support programme success
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and governance requirements
• Oversee and develop junior commercial staff, providing mentoring and performance support
• Support health, safety and environmental objectives across all commercial activities
• Contribute to planning, reporting and performance analysis, including cost forecasting and KPI tracking

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (BSc or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline
• Working towards or holding professional membership such as RICS or CIOB
• CSCS card at the relevant level
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge across a range of contract forms
• Proven experience managing commercial activities on large‑scale infrastructure or construction projects
• Experience managing and developing commercial teams
• Knowledge of current construction legislation and industry practice

Skills & Attributes

• Strong commercial awareness with a proactive and results‑driven approach
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to analyse complex data and make informed decisions
• Effective communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, able to manage multiple priorities
• Collaborative team player who promotes a positive working environment
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop others
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance

Inclusion Commitment

We want everyone to feel they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences – including those returning to work, seeking flexible arrangements or transferring skills from adjacent project controls roles. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring equitable opportunities for every applicant.

Benefits

• Inclusion, respect and collaboration
• Professional development and progression
• Knowledge sharing and learning
• Opportunities to shape how projects are planned and delivered
• A culture of continuous improvement

Morgan Sindall employs only those with the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility is required during the recruitment process.