This is a key commercial role within a high-profile programme of works, offering the opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-value infrastructure packages within a critical UK energy sector.
The Opportunity
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a leading role in the commercial management of energy transmission, substation, and associated infrastructure projects, operating under NEC contracts (primarily NEC Option C).
You will be responsible for driving strong commercial performance across your projects, ensuring robust cost control, effective change management, and full contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
This is a hybrid role with 2 days per week on site in North Wales, with flexibility for the remainder of the week.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial management of power and energy infrastructure projects
Administer and manage contracts under NEC (Option C preferred)
Manage the full lifecycle of Compensation Events, from notification through to agreement
Maintain accurate control and reporting of Defined Cost and target cost performance
Produce detailed cost forecasts, budgets, and financial reports
Oversee subcontractor procurement, valuation, and account management
Support and implement effective change control and risk management processes
Provide clear, confident commercial advice to project teams and senior stakeholders
Ensure full compliance with NEC procedures and client commercial governance
Support negotiation and resolution of commercial issues as they arise
About You
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the power, energy, or utilities sector
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
Experience with NEC Option C target cost contracts highly desirable
Strong understanding of Defined Cost and compensation event mechanisms
Demonstrable experience managing cost, change, and contract administration on complex projects
Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management ability
Confident working within fast-paced infrastructure delivery environments
What's on Offer
Opportunity to work on major UK energy and infrastructure projects
Exposure to complex transmission and substation programmes
Strong pipeline of long-term work in a growing sector
Supportive and collaborative project environment
Genuine career development opportunities
Hybrid working - 2 days per week on site in North WalesThis is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC experience to take a leading role in delivering critical UK power and energy infrastructure projects. If you're looking to progress your career within a high-impact and growing sector, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply:
Contact: Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) / Jonathan Kirby on (phone number removed)
Apply with your CV to /
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
INDH
Salary description
£65000.00 - £75000.00 per year