Senior Quantity Surveyor

ECS Resource Group Ltd; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource management firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead a £10M infrastructure project at Manchester Airport. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering, particularly with NEC4 contracts, and a strong command of cost control and budgeting. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to drive significant infrastructure development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative working environment

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Expertise in NEC4 Option A contracts.
• Skilled in managing budgets within subcontractor-led delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial delivery and ensure programme and budget targets are met.
• Lead NEC4 contract management, including forecasting and cost reporting.
• Identify cost efficiencies through value engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Cost Control

Budget Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS or CIOB accreditation

Tools

NEC4 Contracts

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - £10M Infrastructure Project

Location: Manchester

Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the commercial lead on a £10M infrastructure scheme at Manchester Airport, involving significant earthworks and drainage. This is a high-profile role with full responsibility for managing project costs and ensuring commercial success from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial delivery, ensuring programme and budget targets are met.
• Lead NEC4 contract management (Option A), including forecasting, cost reporting, and administration.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to drive smooth project delivery.
• Identify cost efficiencies through value engineering and strategic procurement.
• Maintain robust risk management and contractual compliance processes.
• Mentor and guide Quantity Surveyors, encouraging best practice and professional growth.
• Provide accurate performance reports and strategic commercial insights to senior leadership.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, preferably within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Expertise in NEC4 Option A contracts.
• Skilled in managing budgets, particularly within subcontractor-led delivery.
• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar (RICS/CIOB desirable).

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to lead a major infrastructure scheme at one of the UK's busiest airports.
• A collaborative and professional working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits, reflecting your experience and impact.

If you have the technical expertise, leadership skills, and commercial acumen to deliver on a high-value airport project, we'd like to hear from you.