Senior Quantity Surveyor
 
Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the lead on complex infrastructure projects? This Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity offers the chance to work on prestigious programmes while playing a key role in commercial leadership and project delivery.
My client is seeking a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a collaborative project environment in Bristol. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will act as a key commercial lead on major projects, managing client relationships while ensuring strong commercial control and successful project outcomes.
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work on some of the most exciting and complex infrastructure projects, contributing to programmes that deliver long-term value for communities and the environment.
You will work alongside experienced project teams, contractors and stakeholders, where your expertise and leadership will directly influence project success. My client actively supports flexible working and encourages professional development, allowing you to grow your career while mentoring and developing colleagues.
About the Organisation
My client is a leading consultancy providing engineering, infrastructure and project management services across the UK and internationally. Their teams deliver major infrastructure and energy projects that help transform communities and improve the built environment.
With a strong reputation for technical excellence and innovation, my client works closely with industry partners and public sector clients to deliver complex programmes that shape the future of infrastructure.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial leadership of projects and support the successful delivery of infrastructure programmes.
You will be responsible for:
·Acting as the focal commercial point on projects and commissions while managing client relationships
·Collaborating with leadership teams, project managers, contractors and internal stakeholders to maintain strong partnerships
·Monitoring and controlling project costs to ensure delivery within budget
·Reviewing and validating contractor and supplier costs and payment applications
·Producing regular financial reports and presenting performance and risk updates to stakeholders
·Leading or supporting procurement activities including contractor evaluation and appointment
·Administering contracts and ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions
·Managing contract change processes including reviewing quotations and ensuring timely agreement
·Maintaining accurate and comprehensive commercial records for projects
·Identifying, analysing and mitigating commercial risks across project lifecycles
·Supporting value engineering initiatives to optimise project performance
·Mentoring and supporting colleagues to help develop their skills and career progression
 
Skills and Experience You Will Need
To succeed as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will ideally have:
·BSc in Quantity Surveying or a similar relevant qualification
·Strong experience in both pre-contract and post-contract quantity surveying duties
·Experience working with NEC4, FIDIC or ICHEME contracts
·Understanding of methods of measurement such as CESMM4 or MMHW
·Experience delivering civil infrastructure projects such as Highways, Water or Rail (desirable but not essential)
·Membership or working towards membership with the Chartered Institute of Surveyors (RICS) or another recognised professional body
 Benefits
·Competitive salary dependent on experience
·Flexible and hybrid working options
·Generous annual leave with the option to purchase additional leave
·Employee reward and recognition programmes
·Flexible benefits to support your health, wellbeing and lifestyle
·Professional training and development opportunities
·Support towards professional accreditation
This Senior Quantity Surveyor role is based in Bristol with hybrid and flexible working arrangements available.
You will have the opportunity to lead complex projects while developing your leadership capabilities. My client is committed to investing in your long-term career progression and supporting your professional growth within commercial and project management disciplines.
Certain projects may require security clearance, which will be discussed during the interview process if applicable.
If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to progress your career while working on high-profile infrastructure projects in Bristol, please get in touch to discuss this opportunity further.