Senior Quantity Surveyor

https://vacancies.linearrecruitment.co.uk/job-search/2116-senior-quantity-surveyor/power-utilities/north-london/job2026-05-13 14:00:062026-06-11 Linear Recruitment
Job Type Permanent
Area North London, London North London London
Sector Power & Utilities
Salary Competitive
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Alasdair Starmore
Job Ref 19830
Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor 
North London

A leading UK infrastructure and civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major infrastructure and utility projects across long-term frameworks and standalone schemes.

Operating across sectors including water, energy, transport, and the built environment, the business delivers complex projects ranging from smaller reactive works through to large multi-million-pound infrastructure programmes. With a strong self-delivery model and long-standing client relationships, the company has built a reputation for quality delivery, technical expertise, and investing in its people.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor looking to join a stable and growing contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work and genuine long-term progression opportunities.

The Role

Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will play a key role in managing project costs, contractual obligations, subcontractor performance, and commercial reporting across a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Projects typically range from £200k to £10m+ and include framework schemes, maintenance works, capital delivery projects, and emergency response works.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

• Prepare accurate cost/value reporting and monthly CVRs
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, and cash flow performance
• Manage upstream applications, valuations, and final accounts
• Identify commercial risks, variations, and opportunities
• Support delivery teams with cost control and commercial advice

• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and commercial performance
• Work closely with operational teams to improve efficiencies and profitability
• Support change management, compensation events, and claims processes

Contracts & Procurement

• Administer NEC and IChemE forms of contract
• Manage subcontract agreements from procurement through to final account
• Maintain strong supply chain relationships and performance standards
• Ensure contractual compliance and commercial governance across projects

Reporting & Processes

• Produce regular commercial reports and forecasting updates
• Ensure internal commercial procedures and deadlines are maintained
• Contribute to process improvements and best practice initiatives across the business

About You

Essential

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying role within civil engineering, utilities, infrastructure, or construction
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts (IChemE knowledge beneficial)
• Experience managing subcontractors and commercial reporting processes
• Good understanding of forecasting, cost control, and change management
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and commercial reporting tools
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project priorities

Desirable

• HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• MRICS or working towards professional accreditation
• Experience working for a self-delivery contractor
• CSCS Card
• Exposure to utilities, water, rail, or infrastructure frameworks

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Company car or allowance
• Pension and life assurance
• Private healthcare options
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Long-term secured work across major UK infrastructure frameworks
• Ongoing training, development, and clear progression routes
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and utility projects across the UK

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