Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Civil Projects (NEC/4)

NG Bailey Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (up to 8% employer)

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/EV

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including Dental,Gym

Personal development programme

Job summary

NG Bailey Group, through Freedom Major Projects & Connections, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activities on a major civil and electrical project near Bridgewater. You’ll manage NEC3/4 and bespoke contracts, oversee cash flow, and drive successful P&L and working capital performance with the project team.

We value experience in civil engineering, advanced Excel skills, and a strong track record in contract administration and commercial leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role.
• Strong commercial performance management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application.
• Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables).

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Freedom and client health and safety standards.
• Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams.
• Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements.
• Measurement and valuation of works for applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs.
• Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings.
• Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution.
• Supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support development of the wider commercial team.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Contract management

Civil engineering experience

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

HNC with relevant experience

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

NG Bailey Group, through Freedom Major Projects & Connections, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activities on a major civil and electrical project near Bridgewater. You’ll manage NEC3/4 and bespoke contracts, oversee cash flow, and drive successful P&L and working capital performance with the project team.

We value experience in civil engineering, advanced Excel skills, and a strong track record in contract administration and commercial leadership.