25 lead quantity surveyor jobs found

A dynamic engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial support to their Delivery Teams. The role involves managing contracts, invoicing, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with obligations, and contributing to process improvements. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience, particularly with NEC4 contracts, and must possess advanced Excel skills and a UK driving license. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary along with various benefits.

Job Title: Highways Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Featherstone, Wakefield Salary: £70k - £80k Car Allowance: £7.5k per annum Holidays: 25 days (accrue 0.5 per year to a max of 28) Group Life Assurance: x4 basic salary Private Medical Insurance Job Purpose The Managing Quantity Surveyor will ensure strict commercial control across the business, promoting a culture of financial discipline, while working closely with the operational team to achieve shared commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Pre-Contract Management Work closely with the Pre-Contract Manager to identify and capitalize on leads. Liaise with the estimator to ensure competitive pricing while delivering margin objectives. Respond efficiently to client requests during the pre-contract stage, facilitating a smooth transition to the delivery phase. Feedback lessons learned from delivery to refine future estimates and secure new work. Cost Management and Budget Control...

Our client is a growing and well-established contractor operating within the social housing refurbishment and fire remediation sector . Due to continued growth and the successful award of new contracts, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Kent . This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional to take a lead role across multiple projects, working closely with senior management to ensure projects are delivered successfully from a financial and contractual perspective. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial management of projects from pre-contract stage through to final account , ensuring financial performance, contract compliance, and strong client relationships. You will act as the key commercial contact for clients while working collaboratively with internal teams including Operations, Contracts Managers, Site Managers, Production, and Finance....

Overview Location: Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley Reporting to: Head of Projects Mitie is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team at Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional value and service within a dynamic healthcare environment. Responsibilities Lead on the procurement and tendering of subcontract variations and Lifecycle works. Lead on development of budget estimates for presentation to customers. Liaise with the client to establish value for money on billable works projects and budgets. Assist with management of financial forecasts, supply chain contract management, and procurement approaches. Value interim and completed works and arrange payments. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' experience in the industry or a similar role. Degree-level qualification in quantity surveying. Knowledge of contract management principles, including NEC suite of contracts. Conversant in risk...

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Be the First to Apply Job Info Job Identification 101947 Job Category Commercial Posting Date 01/19/2026, 11:16 AM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree Locations WA5 3LP (Hybrid) Contract Type Permanent Driving Required Yes Security Clearance Required No Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to deliver £3bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030. The role of Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate and value generating input to projects. The role ensures that all commercial aspects are carried out in accordance with the contract, company policies and procedures, and to the satisfaction of the customer and/or contract leader. This role may work independently or under the direction of a more senior Quantity Surveyor. The Quantity...

New Opportunity - Senior Quantity Surveyor: Whitehaven Are you looking for your next opportunity? Position: Senior Quantity SurveyorLocation: Whitehaven - Blencathra HouseRole: Full Time We are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a critical role in ensuring the commercial and financial integrity of a major Facilities Management contract.Sitting at the core of our operational delivery, you will be responsible for robust cost management, contract administration, and commercial governance across multiple service lines and workstreams. Main Duties:Commercial Management & Contract Administration Administer and interpret contracts (NEC, JCT, CCS, and bespoke FM agreements), ensuring compliance with all commercial and contractual requirements. Manage the full change control process, including preparation, pricing, negotiation, and final agreement of variations. Lead the application for payment process, ensuring accurate measurement, substantiation, and timely...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: North West (Will be required to travel) Salary: £75,000 - £85,00 About the Company Our client is one of the UK s leading main contractors and due to continued growth they have a specific requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor within their refurbishment and fit out division. They undertake a wide range of projects with customers primarily being in the commercial office, public sector or private sector markets. Schemes vary from individual projects to major national frameworks with values varying from £1 £100million. The nature of their projects is fast paced and they offer an environment that encourages genuine career growth for the right individuals. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you ll be at the forefront of managing the financial aspects of our most exciting projects, ensuring they re delivered on time, within budget, and with an eye for quality. If you re passionate about your craft, value...

We have an opportunity for a quantity surveyor to join a highly-regarded developer in Glasgow. They are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join their Glasgow-based team to lead the commercial delivery of major flatted developments. You will be the financial linchpin for multi-storey residential projects, managing everything from initial procurement through to the agreement of final accounts. This role is ideal for a professional from a main contracting background who understands the complexities of urban residential builds, including sub-contractor management, varied technical knowledge, complex supply chains, and high-density site logistics. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management: Manage all costs related to flatted development projects, ensuring the project remains within budget and maintains target gross margins. Procurement: Lead the procurement of sub-contract trades, ensuring all quotes are vetted against specifications and that robust...

Managing Quantity Surveyor (Route One Infastructure) Date 21.01.26 Who We Are We're a leading civil engineering company specialising in highways infrastructure. From high-speed roads to local improvements, we deliver safe, efficient, and community-minded projects across the UK About The Role The Managing Quantity Surveyor will lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors at various levels, providing guidance and fostering professional development. They will serve as the key commercial point of contact, managing relationships with clients in a collaborative and fair manner. The role involves ensuring strict commercial control across the business and promoting a culture of financial discipline. The Managing Quantity Surveyor will work closely with the operational team to achieve shared commercial objectives and drive business success. What You'll Do Work closely with the Pre-Contract Manager to identify and capitalize leads. Liaises with the estimator to...

Job Title: Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Featherstone, Wakefield Salary: £70k - £80k Car Allowance: £7.5k per annum Holidays: 25 days (accrue 0.5 per year to a max of 28) Group Life Assurance: x4 basic salary Private Medical Insurance Job Purpose The Managing Quantity Surveyor will ensure strict commercial control across the business, promoting a culture of financial discipline, while working closely with the operational team to achieve shared commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Pre-Contract Management Work closely with the Pre-Contract Manager to identify and capitalize on leads. Liaise with the estimator to ensure competitive pricing while delivering margin objectives. Respond efficiently to client requests during the pre-contract stage, facilitating a smooth transition to the delivery phase. Feedback lessons learned from delivery to refine future estimates and secure new work. Cost Management and Budget Control Manage project cash...

Our client, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading commercial role within a well-established main contractor delivering projects across a range of sectors. The Role The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take full commercial responsibility for projects from pre-contract stage through to final account. The role will involve managing project costs, overseeing subcontract procurement, and providing strategic commercial support to ensure successful financial delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of projects Prepare and review cost plans, valuations, and final accounts Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, and payments Monitor budgets, produce forecasts, and report on financial performance Administer contracts and manage variations and change control Identify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities Mentor and support...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure & Engineering Projects Location : Reading, Berkshire Salary : 55,000- 85,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits We are supporting a leading engineering consultancy with their search for a driven, career focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its UK based Project Services team. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be supporting a wide range of clients across the North West working on high-value infrastructure and heavy civil engineering projects across the oil and gas, nuclear, power generation and distribution, and commercial manufacturing sectors. Responsibilities : Deliver commercial and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle. Lead pre-contract activities: tendering, procurement, contract strategy. Manage post-contract administration: variations, payments, reporting, final accounts. Administer NEC3/4 contracts. Provide commercial advice to clients and project teams. Maintain effective stakeholder and client...

Quantity Surveyor Linear Recruitment are partnering with an ambitious Yorkshire affordable housing company in their search for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to play a hands-on role within a growing regional business, contributing to pricing, tendering, and the commercial delivery of new affordable housing developments across Yorkshire. Key Responsibilities Quantification and budgeting Financial reporting and cost monitoring JCT contract administration Cost management Risk and value management Contract negotiation Management of subcontractor relationships About the Candidate Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead within the residential or housebuilding sector Experience gained through a similar role or via internal promotion Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials Excellent numerical, analytical, and IT skills Sound commercial and business awareness...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Cumbria, Cockermouth (hybrid - 3 days in office) Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Working Week: Monday - Friday (40 hour week) Salary: Competitive Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery across nuclear contracts. You will support Contract Managers, manage risks, ensure profitability, and provide insight to Nuclear Directors for current and future projects. - Ensure contracts are fully compliant and monitor performance using systems like CEMAR. - Prepare commercial reports and accurate cost estimates, particularly for passive fire protection projects. - Manage budgets, track costs, identify savings, and maintain detailed financial records. - Prepare and review tenders, procurement schedules, valuations, progress reports, and final accounts. - Support resolution of claims, disputes, and contractual issues. - Lead and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Graduates,...

A leading utilities and infrastructure contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to act as the commercial lead on utility infrastructure projects. The role is responsible for commercial performance, contract compliance and financial delivery, while promoting a collaborative approach with clients and the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Act as commercial lead across live utility infrastructure projects Negotiate and agree subcontract terms and conditions Manage subcontractor and supplier payments Ensure compliance with contractual rights and obligations Manage changes under NEC3/NEC4 Option A & C contracts Assess commercial impact of variations and compensation events Monitor contract performance, programme and cost risk Undertake site visits to align commercial control with delivery Manage project close-out and final accounts Evaluate budget changes and capture cost variances Collate defined cost...

Company Overview A dynamic infrastructure contractor delivering critical projects across utility and social infrastructure sectors. Known for innovative solutions and a highly skilled team, the business operates across: Utility Infrastructure: Design, build and maintain water, gas, power, and telecoms systems for major UK network owners. Social Infrastructure: Retrofit, refurbishment, and maintenance projects revitalising homes and communities. Role Overview The Quantity Surveyor will act as the commercial lead on allocated projects, ensuring contract compliance, cost control, and effective management of the subcontractor/supply chain. The role offers long-term career growth within a main contracting environment and exposure to complex utility infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Negotiate and agree subcontract terms and conditions Manage and process payments for subcontractors and key suppliers Ensure compliance with...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Roofing (Pitched & Flat) and Externals - Social Housing & Public Sector - Essex The Company We are currently collaborating with a main contractor that specialises in the Responsive repairs, planned maintenance and retrofit projects for local authorities and housing associations. With offices across the UK, the company now employs over 700 skilled operatives and specialists delivering a national solution with a local focus. Since their inception 20 years ago, the company has grown rapidly having completed works on over 5,000 tenanted properties and now turning over in excess of 80 million, offering comprehensive works covering full kitchen and bathroom replacements, electrical rewires, boiler changes, new heating systems, disabled adaptations, external insulated rendering, general roofing, loft insulation, and external environmental works. The Role Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their...

Location: Cambridge (Hybrid / Regional) Remuneration: £47,000 - £60,000 + Premier Pension & Benefits package including 41 days holiday Leading Commercial Control for a Landmark Estate In a market often driven by the relentless cycle of tendering and dispute, this role offers the chance to move away from a consultancy led project by project cycle, into a leading Cost Managementfunction, directlyfor one of the UK's most significant operational estates From Grade I listed heritage assets to high-tech laboratories, your expertise will define the contractual and cost methodologies that ensure every pound of operational spend delivers maximum value. This is a position of professional weight, where your ability to design robust financial controls will directly safeguard the commercial integrity of a multi million pound portfolio. Operating as the strategic cost lead, you will take full ownership of the financial frameworks providing expert cost management, valuation oversight,...

Role Overview Reporting to the Head of Commercial, this role is responsible for the commercial delivery and contractual management of all contracted works, including remeasurement and valuation of works enduring that commercial and contractual targets are achieved. The role will be required to commercially manage a profile of work and ensure the maximum contribution for the company. Key Responsibilities Commercial management of projects and contracts. Setting budgets and agreeing specification for works pre-start and closely monitoring throughout to ensure project targets are achieved. Provide contractual and cost advise to operational management and staff. Procurement and cost management of Subcontractor packages. Preparation, costing and submission of Early Warning and Compensation Event Notifications in line with NEC contract requirements. Ensure details records of works are recorded and maintained, that are accurate and auditable and available for submission as...

We are seeking Quantity Surveyors / Cost Managers to support our clients pivotal energy projects. This role is instrumental in delivering end-to-end commercial and cost control services for transformational projects that support the UK's energy transition strategy. Projects can be either Nuclear, Carbon, Renewable Energy, Power, Net Zero or Transmission & Distribution. All positions are working on a hybrid basis (3 days a week client site). Key Responsibilities Lead full-cycle cost management across project lifecycles-from tendering and procurement through to contract negotiation, cost control, and final account settlement. Administer NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred), overseeing valuations, change control, and cost variance coordination. Provide robust forecasting, monitoring, and reporting of cost performance; ensure accurate and timely financial insights. Drive value engineering and cost optimisation strategies in alignment with project and client needs....