Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 48,948 - 54,423; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi-time

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Career development

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of highways and infrastructure projects, focusing on cost planning, procurement, contract administration and financial management. You will manage NEC4 contracts, prepare tender documents and cost estimates, monitor expenditure and help negotiate final accounts, working with project teams and clients.

This role offers hybrid working from Winchester, a permanent contract, and a clear path for

Qualifications

• HND or degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• MRICS status or equivalent experience would be advantageous.
• Experience with NEC contracts and cost management essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of highway projects from inception to completion.
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets and Bills of Quantities across all project stages.
• Administering NEC4 contracts, including compensation events and early warnings.
• Monitoring project costs and providing financial forecasting and reporting.
• Supporting procurement strategies and contractor appointments.
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, contractors and clients.
• Negotiating and agreeing final accounts.
• Mentoring junior team members and promoting commercial best practice.

Skills

Cost planning

Contract administration

Financial management

NEC contracts

Tendering

Cost estimates

Budgets

Final accounts

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

HND/degree in a relevant discipline

MRICS status or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Reference: HCC624115
Salary Range: £48,948 - £54,423 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 1 September 2026
Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted and candidates will be contacted prior to the closing date

Shape Hampshire's future infrastructure projects while advancing your career.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our respected commercial team, helping to deliver a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and highways projects that directly benefit local communities. Working alongside project managers, engineers and clients, you’ll play a key role in driving commercial performance from project inception through to completion.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects, further develop your expertise in NEC contracts and cost management, and contribute to the continued success of one of the UK's highest-performing local authorities.

Why Join Hampshire Engineering Services?

• Lead the commercial delivery of diverse civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Work on projects that directly benefit Hampshire's communities.
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Join one of the UK's highest-performing local authorities.
• Access excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Benefit from a supportive culture that values collaboration, wellbeing and continuous learning.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a visible impact, develop your career and help deliver projects that improve communities across Hampshire, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role:

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide professional quantity surveying services across a range of highways and infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for cost planning, procurement, contract administration and financial management, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, within budget and in line with organisational objectives.

You will manage NEC4 contracts, prepare tender documentation and cost estimates, monitor project expenditure and support the successful negotiation of final accounts. The role also offers the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, support commercial best practice and mentor less experienced colleagues.

What you’ll do:

• Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of highway projects from inception to completion.
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets and Bills of Quantities across all project stages.
• Administering NEC4 contracts, including compensation events and early warnings.
• Monitoring project costs and providing financial forecasting and reporting.
• Supporting procurement strategies and contractor appointments.
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, contractors and clients.
• Negotiating and agreeing final accounts.
• Mentoring junior team members and promoting commercial best practice.

What we’re looking for:

You will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong understanding of commercial management principles within highways or civil engineering environments. Whether already operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level or looking to take the next step in your career, you'll bring sound contractual knowledge, strong financial management skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

An HND, degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline is required, and MRICS status or equivalent experience would be advantageous. Experience of NEC contracts and a commitment to professional development are essential.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the Right to Work in the UK before applying.

Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

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