Senior Quantity Surveyor

https://vacancies.linearrecruitment.co.uk/job-search/2082-senior-quantity-surveyor/power-utilities/hertfordshire/job2026-04-28 10:00:072026-07-28 Linear Recruitment
Job Type Permanent
Area Hertfordshire, South Central Hertfordshire South Central
Sector Power & Utilities
Salary Competitive
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Alasdair Starmore
Job Ref 19796
Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure

Shape Major Projects. Drive Commercial Success.

Join a leading UK infrastructure contractor delivering complex civil engineering projects across water, energy, transport, and the built environment. With a strong pipeline of secured work and long-term frameworks, this is an opportunity to become part of a business where commercial expertise has a direct impact on project performance and profitability.

Working across schemes ranging from £200k to £10m+, you'll play a key role in driving value, influencing strategy, and ensuring successful project delivery.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll work closely with operational teams and act as the commercial lead across a range of projects. Responsibilities include:

  • Producing and managing cost value reconciliations (CVR), forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
  • Procuring and managing subcontract packages, including negotiation and account management.
  • Administering NEC3/NEC4 and IChemE contracts, managing change control, risk, and compensation events.
  • Identifying commercial opportunities and mitigating potential risks.
  • Supporting project teams to improve efficiency and maximise margins.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

This is a position where you'll do far more than report figures — you'll help shape project outcomes.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure.
  • Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 and/or IChemE contracts.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and the full commercial lifecycle.
  • Excellent forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to identify risks and opportunities early.

Desirable

  • RICS membership, or working towards chartership.
  • Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
  • Experience working with direct delivery contractors.

Why Join?

  • Long-term, secure workload across major UK infrastructure projects.
  • Genuine career progression with a business that promotes from within.
  • Strong investment in training, development, and leadership programmes.
  • Exposure to projects across multiple sectors, broadening your experience.
  • Supportive, people-focused culture.

Package & Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Car allowance and flexible benefits options.
  • Pension, private healthcare, and life assurance.
  • Generous annual leave plus additional loyalty days.
  • Structured career development and leadership training.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
  • Volunteering days and a strong focus on work-life balance.

If you're looking for a role where your commercial expertise will be valued and your career can continue to develop, we'd love to hear from you.

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