Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Our client is a Global Leading Construction Consultancy focussing on Cost and Project Management offering many great opportunities for career advancement and you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier clients, work on complex and rewarding projects, and develop a career that’s as exciting as the projects you’ll lead.

• Headcount in the UK: 3,000+
• Based in Manchester but Hybrid working (typically 3-days in the office, 2-days working from home per week) although opportunities across the UK are also available - depending on your situation
• Market leader in Digital - heavily investing in their digital capabilities - using Cost X to its full potential, running BIM modelling on most projects and live cost data reporting on projects

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Manager to join their busy and expanding Infrastructure projects team.

Cost Management:

• Act as the primary Cost Manager, ensuring project budgets are effectively monitored and controlled.
• Provide accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and monitoring to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Identify, manage, and report cost variances, ensuring contract cash flow is accurate and timely.

Contract Administration:

• Administer various contracts, including NEC3 (Option C) and NEC4, in line with project objectives and governance policies.
• Manage contract changes effectively, ensuring best practices are adopted throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all contractual applications are prepared and submitted correctly and on time.

Collaboration and Delivery:

• Work collaboratively with client and contractor teams to achieve project deliverables and KPIs.
• Contribute to programme performance, cost control, and value engineering initiatives.
• Drive improvements in forecasting and budget accuracy, ensuring alignment with client goals.

Requirements:

• You will be working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (5+ years experience) ideally for a Construction Consultancy, Contractor or working directly for the client focussing on projects in the Infrastructure sector (for example: Power/ Nuclear, Renewables, Utilities, Defence, Highways, Rail or Aviation.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract management, ideally with experience in NEC3 - must have experience administering the contract.
• Proficient in cost management, valuation, change management, and cash flow forecasting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry, including procurement routes and technical considerations.