Senior Quantity Surveyor
Listed on 2026-01-09
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Engineering
Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering -
Construction
Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Building & Residential Construction
Senior Quantity Surveyor
I am working in partnership with a Tier One infrastructure contractor delivering a long term, complex and highly regulated major infrastructure programme in Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a multidisciplinary project with significant longevity, progression prospects and commercial visibility.
This role sits at the centre of commercial delivery, providing cost management, contract administration and commercial assurance across multiple engineering and construction work packages. Candidates with existing SC clearance are preferred, although those eligible and willing to obtain SC clearance will also be considered.
The Role
Lead commercial and contractual responsibilities across designated work packages
Manage forecasting, cost reporting, change control and financial governance
Prepare and review subcontract packages, procurement schedules and tender documentation
Administer NEC contracts, compensation events and early warnings
Support project managers, engineering leads and delivery teams with commercial advice
Manage valuations, variations, final accounts and subcontractor payments
Identify, manage and report commercial risks
Maintain strong client, consultant and supply chain relationships
Contribute to bid support and pre construction commercial planning
What They Are Looking For
Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or major infrastructure
Strong understanding of NEC contracts
Proven commercial experience including forecasting, change control and financial reporting
Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
SC clearance held or eligible to obtain - essential.
Why This Role
This is a senior commercial position within a large scale, long term infrastructure programme offering stability, progression and the opportunity to work on one of the most significant engineering programmes in the region.
If you would like a confidential discussion about the role, please apply or contact me directly on
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