Senior Quantity Surveyor

Overview We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager with 10-15+ years of experience in commercial management, contract administration and MEP/building services projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving commercial performance, managing contractual risk and supporting project delivery across a portfolio of high-value engineering projects. You will be working for a leading engineering and construction organisation delivering complex energy, power, data centre, mission-critical and major infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe.

Key Responsibilities Review, negotiate and approve contract terms while managing all commercial and contractual correspondence. Work closely with legal counsel where required on contractual matters, claims and dispute resolution.

Attend project and site meetings, providing commercial and contractual advice to project stakeholders. Value variations and change orders, ensuring all entitlement is captured and recovered. Monitor project performance against budgets, forecasts and commercial objectives.

Interpret project documentation to identify commercial opportunities, risks and contractual obligations. Prepare and present monthly commercial reports, including Job Cost Reports (JCRs), cost forecasts and performance updates.

Produce and maintain project cash flow forecasts and financial reporting. Manage procurement activities, ensuring supplier and subcontractor orders are placed in a timely manner. Administer subcontract agreements, valuations, payment applications and final accounts.

Ensure all contractual notices are prepared and issued in accordance with contract requirements. Prepare, submit and negotiate client applications for payment. Reconcile project costs and commercial reporting data. Support risk management initiatives and provide commercial input on project strategy.

Conduct commercial audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain. Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients, Subcontractors and Suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.

Support dispute avoidance and resolution activities when required. Requirements 10-15+ years of Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Contract Management experience within construction, engineering or building services environments.

Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor, Managing Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager level. Strong experience in: Procurement and subcontract management Cost reporting and forecasting Variations and change management Applications for payment Valuations and commercial reporting Cash flow management Final account negotiation and settlement Extensive knowledge of contract administration and commercial governance. Experience reviewing contract terms, issuing contractual notices and managin...

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