Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are working with a well-established organisation operating within the UK power and utilities infrastructure sector, who are looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a permanent, full-time basis in London.

The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with a requirement to be present on site approximately three days per week. The successful individual will take on a senior commercial role on a major underground cable installation programme, supporting the delivery of a long-term strategic infrastructure scheme valued at a significant level. The role carries responsibility for strong cost, contractual and commercial control under NEC forms of contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial administration of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, ensuring effective governance and contractual compliance
• Take ownership of high-value supply chain packages, including the assessment and agreement of variations, claims, and final accounts
• Prepare and manage monthly commercial reporting, including CVRs, forecasts, and cost performance updates for senior leadership
• Act as a commercial lead on the project, supporting and guiding Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors within the team
• Ensure all commercial records and systems are maintained accurately and in line with internal assurance and audit standards
• Maintain a regular on-site presence to support operational delivery, client liaison, and commercial decision-making
• Manage change processes including early warning notices, compensation events, and formal change control
• Work closely with engineering, construction, and delivery teams to align cost, programme, and risk management
• Develop productive working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives

Essential Requirements

• Strong background in commercial management or quantity surveying on live projects using NEC contracts
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractor accounts, including negotiation, commercial agreement, and close-out
• Proven capability in cost reporting, forecasting, and financial control
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (RICS-accredited desirable)
• Technically astute, commercially aware, and highly detail-focused
• Experience delivering projects within utilities, power, cable route, civil engineering, or M&E environments
• Confident mentoring and supporting junior members of a commercial team

Desirable

• Chartered status or actively progressing towards RICS accreditation

Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme with employer contribution up to 8%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice electric or hybrid vehicle scheme
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and paid volunteering days
• Private medical cover
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits including dental cover, gym membership options, travel insurance, and cycle-to-work schemes
• Ongoing training and professional development framework

If you are a senior-level Quantity Surveyor seeking a pivotal role on a high-profile London infrastructure project, this opportunity offers both challenge and long-term development within a commercially strong environment.