Senior Quantity Surveyor

About the Company Diales Plc is a global, multi-disciplinary consultancy with over 45 years' experience operating in the UK and internationally. We provide high-quality, innovative solutions to clients across the engineering and construction sectors worldwide.

Driver Project Services, part of Diales Plc, specialises in providing commercial management, quantity surveying and planning services, supporting clients throughout the full project lifecycle across a diverse range of construction and civil engineering projects.

The Opportunity Driver Project Services is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our existing team and provide commercial support on a major infrastructure project within the Energy sector. Based on Teesside, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, commercially minded Quantity Surveyor with a contractor background to take responsibility for the commercial management of project activities.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience across civil engineering, infrastructure and/or energy projects, together with a sound understanding of construction contracts, particularly NEC3 and NEC4. You will play an important role in ensuring effective commercial management, cost control and contractual compliance, working closely with project teams, clients and subcontractors to achieve successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Review, interpret and ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions. Undertake site visits as required, ensuring commercial procedures and compliance are maintained. Prepare, review and submit applications for payment and invoices accurately and within contractual timescales.

Identify, manage and commercially negotiate change events to achieve successful financial outcomes. Prepare and maintain monthly commercial reports, including Work in Progress (WIP) and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).

Review weekly operational reports to monitor commercial performance and identify potential risks. Provide contractual and commercial advice and support to project teams. Attend progress meetings and support programme management activities, particularly within NEC contract environments.

Manage subcontractor commercial arrangements, including procurement, administration and performance. Place subcontract orders, assess and certify applications for payment, manage variations and negotiate final accounts. Resolve client commercial and contractual issues, supporting the resolution of disputes and agreement of final accounts.

Monitor and control WIP levels, ensuring accurate and timely monthly reviews. Review and manage monthly Gross Profit reporting, ensuring costs and revenues are accurately recorded. About You – Key Candidate Criteria We are looking for an organised, commercially aware professional who can demonstrate the following: Degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar industry-recognised qualification.

Minimum of five years' post-graduate experience, ideally gained within a contractor or site-based environment. Previous experience working on civil engineering, infrastructure or energy-related projects would be advantageous.

Good working knowledge of standard construction contracts, particularly NEC3 and NEC4. Experience in applications for payment, change management, subcontract procurement and commercial reporting. A sound understanding of health and safety legislation and its implications within the construction industry.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to manage costs, maximise value and protect project margins. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and confident approach.

Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work effectively as part of a wider team.

What We Offer A permanent opportunity within an established and growing consultancy. The opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project within the Energy sector. The chance to develop your experience within a supportive and experienced commercial team.

The opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of construction and engineering professionals. If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity and have the commercial expertise to support the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects, we would welcome your application.

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