Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ably Resources Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fantastic salary and benefits

Outstanding employer pension

Private medical and dental

Continuous learning and development

Job summary

Ably Resources is actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major infrastructure, energy and civil engineering projects from Somerset. The role focuses on NEC3/NEC4 contracts, contract administration and value-driven cost control.

You will work with the Senior Commercial Manager and delivery teams to maximise profitability, manage risk and deliver successful final accounts on complex electrical and civil works.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong NEC3/NEC4 contract knowledge.
• Experience administering live projects.
• CVR preparation, cost forecasting and final accounts experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual performance of major infrastructure projects from delivery through to final account.
• Administer NEC3/NEC4, JCT and bespoke contracts, ensuring contractual compliance.
• Prepare and manage Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasts and commercial reporting.
• Identify, assess and manage Early Warnings, Compensation Events and contractual variations.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial forecasts to maximise profitability.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks, supporting the resolution of contractual disputes.
• Work closely with project managers, operational teams and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead monthly commercial reviews and provide accurate reporting to senior management.
• Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team.

Skills

NEC Contracts

Contract administration

CVR preparation

Cost forecasting

Subcontractor management

Final accounts

Budgeting

Risk management

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Education

QS Degree/HNC

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Major Infrastructure & Energy Projects

Location: Somerset

Sector: Energy | Utilities | Infrastructure | Civil Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: Super Competitive Salary, Car/Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Package

Ably Resources is recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK contractor specialising in major infrastructure, energy, and electrical engineering projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role in delivering a significant infrastructure project, with the opportunity to transition to future major projects as part of an established, growing project portfolio.

Working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager and operational delivery teams, you will take responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of complex electrical and civil engineering works, ensuring strong financial performance, effective risk management and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual performance of major infrastructure projects from delivery through to final account.
• Administer NEC3/NEC4, JCT and bespoke contracts, ensuring contractual compliance.
• Prepare and manage Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasts and commercial reporting.
• Identify, assess and manage Early Warnings, Compensation Events and contractual variations.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial forecasts to maximise profitability.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks, supporting the resolution of contractual disputes.
• Work closely with project managers, operational teams and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead monthly commercial reviews and provide accurate reporting to senior management.
• Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, ideally within major infrastructure, utilities, energy or civil engineering projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, with experience administering contracts on live projects.
• Proven experience managing the commercial performance of complex construction or engineering projects.
• Experience in CVR preparation, cost forecasting, subcontractor management and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and the ability to manage contractual risk.
• Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline, supported by relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

What's on Offer?

• Fantastic salary and benefits
• Outstanding employer pension contribution
• Private medical and dental
• Continuous learning and development