Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor (CI&U - PMCM)

WSP USA; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Flexible working arrangements

Thrive wellbeing programme

Gymflex benefits

Menopause support package

Chartership/Career development support

Job summary

WSP UK is seeking a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor/Cost & Commercial Manager to shape large-scale projects. You will contribute to pre- and post-contract cost management, leading teams and mentoring staff while delivering cost control and value across civil infrastructure assignments.

The role offers collaboration across multiple sectors, client-facing responsibilities, and opportunities to engage in industry events as part of a global professional services firm.

Qualifications

• MRICS or Assoc RICS or working towards a professional qualification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge around QS/Cost and Commercial competencies.
• Where applicable, have demonstrable management and senior-level delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-contract QS/Cost & Commercial Management services to clients, including estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance and post-contract financial management.
• Depending on seniority, lead QS/commercial or infrastructure projects and teams; mentor staff; bid writing and winning work.
• Represent WSP UK at industry events and collaborate with cross-functional teams across Civil Infrastructure and Utilities.

Skills

Communication skills

QS/Cost & Commercial knowledge

Leadership / management

Education

MRICS or Assoc RICS or working towards a professional qualification

Tools

CostX

CEMAR

Fastdraft

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role…

You will play a pivotal role in pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying (QS) or Cost & Commercial Management services to our clients - including estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance, and post-contract financial/commercial management of projects ranging in size and complexity.

Depending on seniority and experience you could be involved in delivering QS/commercial or infrastructure projects, leading a QS/commercial team, training and mentoring staff, bid writing, winning work, people leadership and management, representing WSP UK at industry events, etc.

YOUR TEAM

You will join a diverse, growing team of Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers and Commercial Managers, and Project Managers and other related professionals who work across multiple sectors.

You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) – made up of approximately 400 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying/Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management and Project Controls services to deliver both Building and Infrastructure projects for public and private clients. You will be within one of our four groups - Civil Infrastructure and Utilities. For your information, our other groups within PMCM are Property and Buildings, Programme Solutions, and Rail.

You will be based from one of our Yorkshire / North East offices, but depending on any given commission, you could be part located in a client office or site.

At WSP, you will get to work on iconic programmes and projects, plus develop and expand your career within a global company – one with international offices and access to reach back into our world-class, worldwide teams and markets.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE

Essential

• MRICS or Assoc RICSor working towards a professional qualification




• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills




• Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge, ability and experience around some QS/Cost and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions




• Where applicable, have demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience at senior level

Desirable

• Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail




• Adaptable and flexible approach to workload




• Have an alternative, relevant, professional qualification or working towards (e.g. CICES, AcostE)




• Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Cost and Commercial Management experience in the public sector and/or experience in high value complex infrastructure framework projects




• Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations




• Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team




• Hold a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification




• Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment




• Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences




• Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX, CEMAR or Fastdraft




• Working knowledge/experience of NEC Contracts (especially NEC4) and other industry standard contract forms




• Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders




• Have previous experience of working in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation – particularly in the following sectors: water, energy, environment, infrastructure, or transportation

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the

best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.