Quantity Surveyor- Infrastructure

Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure

Location – Manchester (mixture of local office, home and client sites)

Employment type – Permanent, Full time – flexible working and core hours.

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. We specialise in delivering projects worldwide, with a focus on renewables, technology, transport and utilities. We are committed to delivering infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy.

We are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to support our growth plans for 2025. Whether you are an aspiring Assistant Quantity Surveyor needing support and mentoring, or an established surveyor on your RICS journey, we can develop your career and experiences.

• Pre and post contract/commercial management advice and partnership with customers.
• Cost & Forecasting – keep budgets on track and spot risks.
• Contract Handling – NEC3/4 contracts, managing payments.
• Project Assurance – check estimates, benchmark costs.
• Collaboration – work with teams, clients, suppliers to drive innovation.
• Risk Management – identify and address financial risks.
• Measurement & Analysis – review quantities, ensure accuracy.
• Report Writing – summarise key findings and recommendations.
• Market Engagement – source costs, validate pricing.

• HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying/Cost Management, Construction Law or similar discipline.
• Desirable RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or another relevant Chartered Institute membership; we support attainment.
• Relevant experience in the UK infrastructure sector.
• Experience managing NEC3/4 contracts.
• Passion for infrastructure, sustainability and delivering great work.
• Excellent communication skills and relationship building ability.

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary with continuous review potential.
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and well‑being.
• Global travel scholarship programme.
• Flexible working arrangements for healthy work‑life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities in local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company recognised as a gold standard investor in people.

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We empower you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. With over 75 offices worldwide, we welcome new perspectives and ideas.

Values:
Professionalism with personality, Excellence with humility, Innovation with agility.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender. We recognise the importance of work‑life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual. Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.