Senior Quantity Surveyor - Utilities & Infra (Hybrid)

ABS Commercial Solutions; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ABS Commercial Solutions in Middlesbrough and Teesside is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial success across utilities and infrastructure projects. The role offers diverse schemes and a hands-on approach to financial performance and risk management.

You will manage budgets, forecasts and payments, while negotiating with subcontractors and ensuring contract compliance. A strong background in NEC-based contracts and stakeholder liaison is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in utilities or infrastructure.
• Strong commercial management across costs, contracts and procurement.
• Experience with NEC contracts is desirable.
• Ability to lead and communicate with clients and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of projects or work packages from start to completion.
• Taking ownership of budgets, forecasts, valuations, applications for payment and financial reporting.
• Overseeing subcontractor procurement, commercial negotiations and account management.
• Managing change control, variations, compensation events and contractual entitlements where applicable.
• Administering contracts and ensuring compliance with commercial procedures and contractual requirements.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks, opportunities and potential financial exposure.
• Preparing and reviewing cost reports, forecasts, valuations and final accounts.
• Working closely with project managers, operational teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Supporting commercial negotiations and resolving contractual or financial issues.
• Identifying opportunities to improve commercial performance and protect project margins.
• Providing guidance and support to other members of the commercial team where required.

Skills

Senior QS

Utilities infra

Contract administration

Change control

Risk management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Independent work

Job description

ABS Commercial Solutions in Middlesbrough and Teesside is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial success across utilities and infrastructure projects. The role offers diverse schemes and a hands-on approach to financial performance and risk management.

You will manage budgets, forecasts and payments, while negotiating with subcontractors and ensuring contract compliance. A strong background in NEC-based contracts and stakeholder liaison is essential for success.