Senior Quantity Surveyor - Gas & Infrastructure Lead

United Infrastructure Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking aSenior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial functions on complex gas projects. You will oversee cost control, valuations, procurement, and contract management, working closely with the Commercial Manager to deliver profitable outcomes.

This hands-on role requires strong NEC3/4 experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to mentor junior surveyors while delivering value to clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in quantity surveying.
• Preferred professional membership (RICS).
• Background in gas pipelines or heavy civils.
• Strong NEC3 / 4 experience.
• Strong legal/contractual and financial acumen.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and data analysis skills.
• Proven ability to manage client negotiations, subcontract relationships, and project financials.
• Valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial delivery of projects, ensuring compliance with requirements.
• Take ownership of cost control, valuations, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Manage procurement and performance of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure timely submission and agreement of client valuations, variations, and compensation events.
• Oversee risk management processes, including Early Warning Notices and claims.
• Provide contractual advice and support dispute resolution.
• Provide commercial guidance to operations and project teams.
• Develop strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate on bids to support work winning.
• Mentor junior surveyors and drive high standards across the team.
• Seek continuous improvements in process and performance for value.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

NEC3/4 experience

Client negotiations

Subcontract management

Financial management

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

RICS membership (preferable)

Tools

NEC3/4 contracts

Job description

United Infrastructure is seeking aSenior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial functions on complex gas projects. You will oversee cost control, valuations, procurement, and contract management, working closely with the Commercial Manager to deliver profitable outcomes.

This hands-on role requires strong NEC3/4 experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to mentor junior surveyors while delivering value to clients and stakeholders.