Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Water Infrastructure Lead

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd in London is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on civil engineering and water infrastructure projects. You will oversee CVRs, forecasts and NEC3/NEC4 contract administration, while coordinating with project managers and site teams to protect profitability.

The role offers a permanent position with a strong project pipeline and clear career progression within an established civil engineering contractor.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or major infrastructure.
• Strong background in water, wastewater, utilities or heavy civils.
• Excellent working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, compensation events, CVRs and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial responsibility for civil engineering and water infrastructure projects from inception through to final account.
• Prepare and manage monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), forecasts and commercial reports.
• Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including compensation events, early warnings and variations.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations, payments and final accounts.
• Prepare applications for payment and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities to maximise project profitability.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Agents and engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead commercial negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
• Support and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and commercial team members.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Cost control

Contract administration

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

CVR reporting

Job description

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd in London is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on civil engineering and water infrastructure projects. You will oversee CVRs, forecasts and NEC3/NEC4 contract administration, while coordinating with project managers and site teams to protect profitability.

The role offers a permanent position with a strong project pipeline and clear career progression within an established civil engineering contractor.