Senior Quantity Surveyor

PE Global (UK); Lisboa; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent tax-free salary

Flights and accommodation

Living allowance

Long-term career progression

Support for professional development

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm seeks an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a crucial role in managing Europe's largest Data Centre construction project. The role requires strong procurement and financial management skills, overseeing multiple subcontract packages. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying. This position offers an excellent tax-free salary and benefits package, alongside opportunities for career progression in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a senior quantity surveying or commercial management role.
• Proven experience managing multiple subcontract packages on large-scale projects.
• Strong commercial, contractual, and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead all subcontractor procurement, including preparation of tender packages.
• Manage multiple subcontract packages from award through to final account.
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly cost reports and forecasts.

Skills

Senior quantity surveying experience

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Procurement

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Job description

PE Global Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team delivering Europe’s largest Data Centre construction project in Lisbon, Portugal.

This is a key opportunity to join one of the most high-profile and technically advanced projects in Europe, playing a pivotal role in the commercial management, cost control, and subcontractor oversight of a major hyperscale development.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Lead, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of multiple subcontract packages, providing strategic commercial support and ensuring robust cost management across all project phases. The role requires strong technical, financial, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead procurement, manage complex contracts, and support the successful commercial delivery of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all subcontractor procurement, including preparation of tender packages, bid analysis, negotiation, and final contract award.
• Manage multiple subcontract packages from award through to final account, including remeasurement, progress payments, and claims management.
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts, and end-of-project financial projections.
• Conduct valuations, manage variations, and agree monthly applications with client representatives.
• Handle claims and change management processes efficiently and in line with contract provisions.
• Attend commercial meetings with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment on budgets and performance.
• Provide clear commercial advice to the Project Director and site management team.
• Maintain accurate documentation of cost changes, valuations, and final accounts.
• Foster collaboration and mentor junior members of the commercial team.

Skills & Experience

• 7+ years’ experience in a senior quantity surveying or commercial management role.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Proven experience managing multiple subcontract packages on large-scale projects.
• Strong commercial, contractual, and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Data Centre or MEP project experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on Europe’s largest Data Centre project.
• Excellent tax‑free salary and benefits package including flights, accommodation, and living allowance.
• Long‑term career progression within a rapidly expanding sector.
• Collaborative team culture and strong support for professional development.
• Chance to contribute to one of Europe’s most advanced and sustainable infrastructure projects.