Senior Quantity Surveyor - NEC 4

Building Careers UK; North East; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted Quantity Surveying practice in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on high-profile NEC4 projects across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and experience with NEC4 contracts. Join a collaborative team and enjoy competitive benefits, including a flexible allowance and career development support.

Benefits

£5,775 flexible allowance

Bonus scheme up to 10%

Matched pension contributions up to 8%

Private medical insurance

Career development support with NEC4 accredited training

Qualifications

• Professional membership (or working towards) with RICS, CIPS or ICE preferred.
• Willingness to work on-site with project teams to deliver successful outcomes.
• Strong understanding of contract strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic commercial guidance and manage contract and commercial matters.
• Collaborate with delivery teams, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Drive process improvements and identify creative solutions.

Skills

Commercially astute

Client-focused

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC4 contracts

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Durham

£65,000-£70,000

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a trusted RICS Chartered Quantity Surveying practice delivering NEC4 projects across nuclear, renewables, water, process, and infrastructure sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile projects while developing your expertise in NEC4 contracts.

The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will act as a trusted advisor, providing strategic commercial guidance and managing contract and commercial matters. You will collaborate with delivery teams, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure project objectives are achieved. This role offers hands‑on involvement in project delivery and the chance to identify creative solutions and drive process improvements.

About You

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Engineering (HNC/HND considered)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business travel
• Commercially astute, client‑focused, and skilled in fostering collaboration and accountability
• Professional membership (or working towards) with RICS, CIPS or ICE preferred
• Strong understanding of NEC4 contracts or similar forms, including contract strategies
• Excellent communication, teamwork and leadership skills
• Willingness to work on‑site with project teams to deliver successful outcomes

Benefits

• Competitve salary, £5,775 flexible allowance, bonus scheme up to 10%, enhanced family leave
• Rest & Recharge perks : exclusive holiday lodge, training and resilience retreat, 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) with buy / sell options
• Matched pension contributions up to 8%, private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Career development support with NEC4 accredited training, expert‑led sessions and tailored management and leadership pathways

Why Join?

This is your chance to be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team delivering impactful projects across the North West. Develop your career, expand your NEC4 expertise and contribute to projects that make a real difference.

Relevant Experience / Sectors

• Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Quantity Surveyor
• Project Quantity Surveyor
• Project Surveyor
• Assistant Quantity Surveyor
• Claims Consultant
• Contract Management
• Contract Administration
• NEC3/4®
• EPC
• APC
• RICS
• Power generation
• Nuclear
• Renewable energy
• Oil & gas
• Pharmaceuticals
• Process engineering
• Civil engineering
• Relocation

Apply Now

Take the next step in your career and join a team shaping the future of NEC4 collaborative project delivery.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.