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

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Inclusivity and belonging initiatives

Health and well-being support

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is offering a pivotal Quantity Surveying role in Sheffield, where you will manage pre- and post-contract QS services. Join a diverse team on varied projects with opportunities for mentorship and leadership.

The position emphasizes strong analytical skills and experience in cost planning and assurance. You will benefit from a flexible hybrid working policy to enhance your work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work towards MRICS or Assoc RICS qualification.
• Demonstrated management experience at a senior level.
• Knowledge of QS/Cost and Commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and plan costs for projects.
• Manage post-contract financial and commercial tasks.
• Lead QS/commercial teams and mentor staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Cost planning

Cost assurance

Education

MRICS or Assoc RICS

Higher education qualification

Tools

CostX

CEMAR

Job description

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.

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 located in a client office or site.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and cost planning for pre- and post-contract phases.
• Procurement and cost assurance for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Post‑contract financial and commercial management.
• Deliver QS/commercial or infrastructure projects based on seniority.
• Lead a QS/commercial team, mentor staff, and write bids.
• Represent WSP UK at industry events.
• Provide people leadership and management as required.

Essential Qualifications

• MRICS or Assoc RICS or working towards a professional qualification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Applicable knowledge and experience in QS/Cost and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions.
• Demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience at senior level (where applicable).

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Adaptable and flexible approach to workload.
• Alternative or relevant professional qualification or working towards one (e.g. CICES, AcostE).
• Demonstrable QS or Cost and Commercial Management experience in the public sector and/or 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.
• Passionate about making a difference and willing to be part of a dynamic team.
• Holding a degree or similar higher education academic qualification.
• Proven organisational and time‑management skills, with ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• 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.
• Previous experience in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation – particularly in water, energy, environment, infrastructure, or transportation sectors.

Benefits

Work‑life balance: Hybrid working policy allows you to work from home two days a week and offers opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging: WSP welcomes applicants with varied backgrounds and encourages a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Health & Well‑being: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time: “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities with flexibility to make up the time.

Additional flexibility: Part‑time, flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave, and use of bank holiday entitlement.

EEO Statement

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.