Senior Quantity Surveyor - Liverpool

Progressive Global Energy; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Global Energy seeks an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a major Grid Infrastructure project in the UK. The role requires a strong background in Utilities, Energy, Power, Water, Rail, Highways, or Civil Engineering projects, with NEC contract knowledge.

Liverpool, England-based hybrid role with a daily rate of £450-£500 via Umbrella/PAYE; duration September 2026 - February 2027.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge.
• Experience with subcontract management, procurement, and cost/value reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with ERP systems such as Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of infrastructure projects.
• Client liaison and stakeholder management.
• Management of AFPs, compensation events, and change control.
• Cost forecasting, CVR reporting, and monthly commercial reporting.
• Subcontract procurement and account management.
• NEC contract administration.

Skills

NEC contract knowledge

Forecasting & reporting

Subcontract management

Oracle ERP familiarity

Tools

Excel

Oracle ERP

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Utilities / Civils)

Rate: £450-£500/day (Umbrella/PAYE)
Location: Hybrid
Duration: September 2026 - February 2027

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a major Grid Infrastructure project.

This role requires a candidate with a strong background in Utilities, Energy, Power, Water, Rail, Highways, or Civil Engineering projects. Candidates with predominantly building, residential, or fit-out experience will not be suitable.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of infrastructure projects.
• Client liaison and stakeholder management.
• Management of AFPs, compensation events, and change control.
• Cost forecasting, CVR reporting, and monthly commercial reporting.
• Subcontract procurement and account management.
• NEC contract administration.
• Supporting material and plant procurement activities.
• 3+ years' experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level.
• Proven experience within Utilities, Energy, or Civil Engineering environments.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge.
• Experience with subcontract management, procurement, and cost/value reporting.
• Strong forecasting and commercial reporting skills.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with Oracle or similar ERP systems.

Ideal Background

Experience working on:

• Electricity Transmission & Distribution
• Utilities Frameworks
• Water Infrastructure
• Rail or Highways Projects
• Major Civil Engineering Schemes

Candidates with direct experience on grid, transmission, substations, overhead lines, underground cabling, or wider utilities infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Liverpool • Liverpool, England, United Kingdom