Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Quantity Surveyor – Major Infrastructure Project (Sizewell C)
Location: Suffolk (Full-time, site-based)
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000
Package Includes: Accommodation Allowance · Bonus · Car Allowance · Pension · Private Healthcare · 26 Days Holiday · Additional Benefits
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the delivery team of one of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects. This role is pivotal in managing commercial and contractual aspects of a major civil engineering package on-site at Sizewell C. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in large-scale infrastructure, and a proactive, hands-on approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all commercial activities on-site, including cost planning, contract administration, and change management
- Prepare and manage cost estimates, forecasts, and financial reports throughout the project lifecycle
- Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations, and contract negotiations
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of payment applications and final accounts
- Advise project teams on contract terms, obligations, and commercial strategy
- Prepare claim submissions and support dispute resolution as required
- Supervise measurement and pricing activities from design drawings and technical documents
- Support and develop junior QS staff within the commercial team
- Liaise regularly with stakeholders and client-side teams to maintain strong working relationships
- Attend project meetings and site inspections
- Prepare internal cost reports, including forecasts of income, liabilities, and cash flow for senior leadership
Requirements
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar construction-related discipline
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in a senior commercial role, preferably on large infrastructure or civil projects
- Excellent knowledge of NEC or FIDIC contracts
- Able to work independently and lead a team confidently
- Membership of RICS (or working toward it) is desirable
- Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Willingness to be based on-site full time (accommodation allowance provided if needed)
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