Details:
- Salary: £75,000 - 90,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Penrith Cumbria
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering major utility and energy projects across the North West.
Working as part of an established commercial team, you will take ownership of the financial and contractual management of multiple projects, ensuring commercial performance is maximised while maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships.
This role would suit an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to work on long-term infrastructure frameworks with excellent career progression opportunities.
The Role
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from inception through to final account, ensuring profitability, cash flow, risk management, and accurate reporting across your portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Manage project costs, forecasting, and commercial reporting
Produce and manage CVRs, cost tracking, and financial forecasts
Lead the subcontract procurement and management process
Administer subcontract accounts from award through to final account
Manage change control, compensation events, and variations
Support project teams with commercial and contractual advice
Prepare and submit applications for payment and manage cash collection
Monitor project risk and opportunity registers
Ensure accurate forecasting and reporting of project performance
Review and administer NEC contracts
Negotiate and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors
Contribute to tender reviews and commercial input during pre-construction stages
Mentor and support junior commercial team members
About You
Essential
Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a contractor environment
Strong understanding of commercial management principles
Experience managing CVRs, forecasting, valuations, and final accounts
Knowledge of NEC forms of contract
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Desirable
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Experience within utilities, energy, power, civil engineering, infrastructure, or major projects
Experience mentoring Assistant Quantity Surveyors or junior team members
Professional membership or working towards chartershipIf you're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor role offering challenging projects, long-term security, and genuine progression opportunities, we'd be keen to discuss this opportunity further.
Apply today for a confidential conversation.
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