Senior Quantity Surveyor

Carmichael UK; Thorpe Mandeville; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major HS2 infrastructure project in Greatworth. You will oversee commercial and contractual packages, administer NEC contracts, and lead change control, cost reporting, and stakeholder reporting.

The role requires strong NEC3/NEC4 knowledge, proven CVR and final accounts experience, and a track record on civil engineering projects. A driving licence and leadership of junior staff are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience administering NEC contracts, compensation events, cost reporting and commercial management in major infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of designated project packages.
• Administer NEC contracts, including compensation events, early warnings, notifications, and change management.
• Prepare and manage project cost reports, forecasts, budgets, and CVRs.
• Assess and certify subcontractor applications and payments.
• Lead procurement activities, including tender evaluations and subcontract awards.
• Manage variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Monitor project performance against budget and programme targets.
• Ensure accurate commercial reporting to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support the Commercial Manager in achieving project financial objectives.
• Mentor and develop junior commercial staff where required.

Skills

NEC contracts

Cost reporting

CVRs / valuations

Subcontract management

Excel

Negotiation

Driving Licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

RICS/CIOB membership (desirable)

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major HS2 infrastructure project in Greatworth, working on one of the UK's most significant civil engineering programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key commercial role on a high-profile project involving earthworks, structures, highways, drainage, utilities, and associated infrastructure works.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the commercial management of project packages operating under NEC contracts, ensuring robust cost control, contract administration, change management, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Experience on major civil engineering projects and strong knowledge of NEC forms of contract are essential. Relevant experience with NEC administration, compensation events, change control and cost reporting are commonly required on major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of designated project packages.
• Administer NEC contracts, including compensation events, early warnings, notifications, and change management.
• Prepare and manage project cost reports, forecasts, budgets, and CVRs.
• Assess and certify subcontractor applications and payments.
• Negotiate and agree subcontract and supplier accounts.
• Lead procurement activities, including tender evaluations and subcontract awards.
• Manage variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Monitor project performance against budget and programme targets.
• Ensure accurate commercial reporting to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support the Commercial Manager in achieving project financial objectives.
• Mentor and develop junior commercial staff where required.

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts. Experience administering NEC contracts, compensation events, cost reporting and commercial management is frequently required within major infrastructure environments.
• Experience working on projects involving:
  • Earthworks
  • Structures
  • Highways
  • Drainage
  • Utilities
  • Reinforced Concrete Works
• Strong subcontract management and procurement experience.
• Ability to prepare and manage CVRs, forecasts, valuations, and final accounts.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Strong Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Previous HS2 experience.
• Experience using CEMAR or similar contract management systems.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional body.