Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Warrington, England, United Kingdom

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Founded in 1875, we deliver award‑winning projects worldwide and are a Great Place to Work certified employer.

Climate change and sustainability are at the core of our agenda. Our teams lead the frontier of change, managing life‑changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence. At Gleeds we take projects across the globe, giving you opportunities to travel or stay at the office base of your choice.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor with a demonstrable background delivering major projects within the construction industry. In this role you will support the nuclear decommissioning space and ensure safe storage of radioactive waste.

• Operate NEC and other forms of contract and ensure compliance with contract processes and timelines
• Liaise with design and planning teams to embed commercial considerations in early design decisions
• Manage contractor and supplier engagement alongside the client and key stakeholders
• Support or lead a small commercial team, setting clear goals and overseeing performance
• Ensure clear communication and alignment across stakeholders regarding budgets, risks, and contractual obligations
• Provide cost planning, budget monitoring, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for client reporting

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, in the Nuclear, Civil Engineering or Engineering (including Service Contracting) sectors
• Advanced experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite
• Ideally HNC, HND or degree qualified in Quantity Surveying/Cost Management, Construction Law or a similar discipline; candidates with an alternative background such as Engineering may also be considered if they possess significant on‑the‑job experience
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through a holiday purchase scheme
• Highly competitive salary with the opportunity to increase it through continuous reviews
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well‑being comes first
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work‑life balance
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company recognized as a Great Place to Work

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Construction