Senior Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
A leading contractor operating within the UK energy and infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major programme of works.The business is looking for an experienced commercial professional who can provide leadership, drive commercial performance, and support the development of a growing team.

Your new role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial delivery of a significant project within the energy sector, operating under NEC contracts.
This is a leadership-focused role where you will be expected to hit the ground running, manage key commercial functions, mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors, and work closely with senior operational and commercial stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading commercial activities across a major energy infrastructure project.
• Managing NEC contract administration, compensation events, and change control.
• Producing cost reports, forecasts, CVRs, and financial reporting.
• Managing subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
• Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation measures.
• Mentoring and supporting a team of four Quantity Surveyors.
• Driving commercial best practice and performance across the project.
• Resolving complex commercial and contractual issues.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, Managing Quantity Surveyor, or Commercial Lead within energy, power, utilities, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects.
• Strong NEC contract experience.
• Experience leading commercial activities on large-scale projects.
• Previous experience mentoring or managing junior commercial staff.
• Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and provide commercial leadership from day one.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive Day Rate
• Outside IR35 options available.
• Initial 3-month contract with potential extension.
• Hybrid working arrangement with a mix of home, office, and site working.
• Opportunity to work on a major UK energy infrastructure programme.
• Potential longer-term or permanent opportunities.

What you need to do now
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