Quantity Surveyor
CV-LibrarySheffield, South YorkshirepermanentPosted: 27 April 2026
Apply NowWe are working with a family owned business that work on high value complex industrial programmes and as such we are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team working on a large project in North Yorkshire.
This project forms part of a significant long-term investment in critical UK infrastructure and manufacturing capability. It involves heavy civils, specialist plant integration and evolving scope, delivered under NEC contracts.
This is a technically challenging environment where strong commercial management, attention to detail and the ability to manage change are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing the commercial performance of key work packages from procurement through to final account
* Administering NEC contracts, including early warnings, compensation events and change control
* Producing and analysing CVRs, forecasts and cost reports to support project decision-making
* Leading subcontract procurement, including tendering, negotiation and appointment
* Managing subcontractor accounts, applications and payment processes
* Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities across the project
* Working closely with delivery teams to align commercial strategy with programme requirements
* Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team
Experience/skills required:
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on civils, infrastructure or industrial projects
* Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts (ideally Option A)
* Experience managing change within complex or evolving project environments
* Strong commercial awareness, including CVRs, forecasting and cost control
* Experience in subcontract procurement and account management
* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
* Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
* RICS membership (or working towards) desirable
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary and car allowance
* Private healthcare
* Company pension
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Flexible benefits and wellbeing support
This project forms part of a significant long-term investment in critical UK infrastructure and manufacturing capability. It involves heavy civils, specialist plant integration and evolving scope, delivered under NEC contracts.
This is a technically challenging environment where strong commercial management, attention to detail and the ability to manage change are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing the commercial performance of key work packages from procurement through to final account
* Administering NEC contracts, including early warnings, compensation events and change control
* Producing and analysing CVRs, forecasts and cost reports to support project decision-making
* Leading subcontract procurement, including tendering, negotiation and appointment
* Managing subcontractor accounts, applications and payment processes
* Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities across the project
* Working closely with delivery teams to align commercial strategy with programme requirements
* Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team
Experience/skills required:
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on civils, infrastructure or industrial projects
* Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts (ideally Option A)
* Experience managing change within complex or evolving project environments
* Strong commercial awareness, including CVRs, forecasting and cost control
* Experience in subcontract procurement and account management
* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
* Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
* RICS membership (or working towards) desirable
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary and car allowance
* Private healthcare
* Company pension
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Flexible benefits and wellbeing support