Senior Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure Projects (Hybrid)

Aldwych Consulting; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Chartership support

Flexible leave

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its infrastructure team on a range of major projects across highways, rail, energy and utilities. You will manage pre- and post-contract commercial activities, administer NEC contracts, prepare cost plans and procurement documents, and mentor junior staff while liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

This role offers hybrid working, ongoing professional development and a clear path to chartership for

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure or a similar construction environment.
• Strong understanding of pre- and post-contract commercial management.
• Experience administering NEC contracts.
• Knowledge of measurement standards including CESMM and highway measurement methods where applicable.
• Experience preparing procurement documentation, tender packages and ITT documents.
• Ability to manage projects independently, prioritise workloads and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with an interest in sustainable and cost-effective outcomes.
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to client relationships.
• Chartership progression would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Delivering pre- and post-contract quantity surveying services across infrastructure projects.
• Managing project costs, budgets, commercial risks and contractual obligations.
• Administering NEC contracts and advising on contractual and commercial matters.
• Preparing cost estimates, commercial reports and financial assessments.
• Developing procurement strategies and preparing tender documentation, including ITT packages.
• Supporting tender assessments, procurement processes and contract negotiations.
• Applying measurement methods, including CESMM and highway measurement standards.
• Identifying opportunities for value engineering, cost efficiencies and sustainable solutions.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects stay within budgets, programmes and objectives.
• Providing mentoring and support to junior team members.
• Contributing to project leadership and business growth activities.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Commercial management

NEC contracts

Pre/post-contracts

Procurement

Cost reporting

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CostX

CESMM

Job description

Aldwych Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its infrastructure team on a range of major projects across highways, rail, energy and utilities. You will manage pre- and post-contract commercial activities, administer NEC contracts, prepare cost plans and procurement documents, and mentor junior staff while liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

This role offers hybrid working, ongoing professional development and a clear path to chartership for