Location: Leiston, Suffolk
Sector: Civil Engineering | Major Infrastructure | Nuclear
Permanent
£65,000 - £75,000
We're working in partnership with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on the Sizewell C nuclear development. They are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their project team in Suffolk.
This is a high-profile, long-term infrastructure scheme operating within a heavily regulated environment. The role requires a commercially strong individual with solid NEC contract experience and a background in complex civil engineering projects.
The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll take responsibility for managing all commercial aspects of allocated works from early-stage cost planning through to final account.
You'll work closely with senior project staff, subcontractors and client representatives to ensure projects are commercially controlled, compliant and delivering value for money while maintaining required quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Cost Management
Full commercial management of designated work packages
Production of robust Cost Plans and monthly CVRs
Analysis of rates, prices and agreement of variations / compensation events
Preparation and negotiation of claims where required
Financial reporting and reconciliation to senior management
Contract & NEC Administration
Administration of NEC3 contracts (Options A, B and C)
Management of change control, compensation events and risk
Review and interpretation of complex contract programmes
Support preparation of delay and disruption programmes
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subcontract procurement including tender analysis and negotiation
Preparation of procurement programmes and strategy input
Ongoing subcontract performance monitoring and cost control
Project & Stakeholder Management
Monitor subcontract activities and respond to commercial risks
Manage commercial interface with client and key stakeholders
Present commercial performance to regional and senior leadership
Ensure compliance with internal governance and commercial procedures
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering
Strong working knowledge of NEC3 (Options A, B & C)
Experience delivering works within regulated or major infrastructure environments
Ability to produce and present detailed cost plans and CVRs
Experience managing or mentoring junior commercial staff
Confident client-facing and commercially astute
Qualifications
Degree / HND / HNC in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
RICS membership (or working towards) desirable
Valid CSCS card
Full UK driving licence
Skills & Attributes
Strong commercial awareness and contract law understanding
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial management systems
Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable working in a structured, compliance-driven environment
What's On Offer
Long-term role on one of the UK's largest nuclear infrastructure projects
Competitive Salary (£65,000 - £75,000)
Competitive salary and benefits package
Strong project pipeline and job security
Opportunity to operate at senior level within a major programme environment
Salary description
£60000.00 - £70000.00 per year