Senior Quantity Surveyor - Lead Commercial & Subcontracts

KBR; Sandiway; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking experienced commercial professionals to support procurement, subcontract management and project commercial activities for UK nuclear projects. The role emphasizes governance, data accuracy, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will lead the procurement process, coach junior staff, and ensure compliance with corporate and project plans. UK work eligibility is required, with a focus on safety and quality in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• BSc in related subject or equivalent experience.
• Chartered membership in RICS or CIOB is an advantage but not essential.
• Excellent knowledge of commercial aspects of civil and infrastructure projects.
• Experience of using a Contract Management System (CEMAR etc).

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial support and management to the project commercial team and subcontract procurement.
• Coach and develop junior project commercial staff.
• Produce and manage procurement schedule.
• Procure and manage framework Subcontractors and support project targets.
• Engage with project stakeholders and ensure timely data reporting.
• Maintain procurement files and ensure timely submission of contract documents.
• Serve as single point of contact for supply chain during procurement.
• Identify and raise issues to the commercial manager.
• Ensure compliance with processes, procedures, and project plans.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Team coaching

Education

BSc in related subject or equivalent experience

Chartered member to a recognised organisation (RICS or CIOB) – advantage

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

KBR is seeking experienced commercial professionals to support procurement, subcontract management and project commercial activities for UK nuclear projects. The role emphasizes governance, data accuracy, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will lead the procurement process, coach junior staff, and ensure compliance with corporate and project plans. UK work eligibility is required, with a focus on safety and quality in a high-stakes environment.