Senior Quantity Surveyor Energy Infra & Renewables Leader

Pro Search UK; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Search UK is actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major energy infrastructure projects from inception through completion. You will report to the Commercial Manager and drive cost control, contract administration, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple projects.

Ideal candidates bring proven senior QS experience in energy/utilities sectors, strong contract knowledge (NEC/JCT/ICE), and excellent commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Energy, Utilities, Power, or Infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of contracts and commercial management principles.
• Good working knowledge of commercial construction law and standard forms of contract, including NEC, JCT, ICE and bespoke client contracts.
• Experience managing multiple projects or framework contracts simultaneously.
• Excellent commercial awareness with strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyse financial data and provide commercial insight.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial performance of energy infrastructure projects and frameworks.
• Manage pricing, including the preparation of pricing schedules at tender stage.
• Produce accurate cost forecasts, valuations, and financial reports.
• Monitor project performance against budgets and commercial targets.
• Administer contracts, variations, compensation events, and change control processes.
• Prepare and negotiate client applications, claims, and final accounts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and commercial performance.
• Lead commercial discussions with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks across multiple projects.
• Support project delivery teams with commercial advice and guidance.
• Develop and maintain robust cost control, reporting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and governance requirements.
• Provide mentoring and development support to junior commercial team members.

Skills

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Energy sector

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Pro Search UK is actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major energy infrastructure projects from inception through completion. You will report to the Commercial Manager and drive cost control, contract administration, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple projects.

Ideal candidates bring proven senior QS experience in energy/utilities sectors, strong contract knowledge (NEC/JCT/ICE), and excellent commercial acumen.