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Senior Quantity Surveyor in York (YO1) | Building Careers UK Ltd Search Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Mabgate, Leeds (LS1), LS1 3AB From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + car & package 4 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor - Leeds ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD Leeds (LS1) £45000 - £65000 per annum + bonus, pension, private healthcare 2 weeks ago Managing Quantity Surveyor Morson Edge Beeston Park Side, Leeds (LS11), LS11 £70k - 80k per year + Package 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor – Residential Contractor & Developer Build People Hull (HU1) c£40k - £60k (Dependent on Experience) 1 day ago M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Leeds (LS1) From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + full package 3 weeks ago Commercial Manager One Construction Group Ltd Kings Mead, Pontefract (WF7), WF7 From £80,000 to £85,000 per annum Flexible working, Car allowance, Com 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Verelogic Recruitment East Riding £40k - 60k per year + £6.5K-£7.5K Car Allowance + Annual bonus 3 weeks ago M&E Asset Surveyor - Europe TSA Surveying Ltd Leeds, West Yorkshire £300 - £350 per day 4 days ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Gold Group East Riding £55000 - £68000 per annum + package 2 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Stockport (SK1) £65000 - £75000 per annum 2 days ago M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Mabgate, Leeds (LS1), LS1 3AB From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + car & package 4 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor - Leeds ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD Leeds (LS1) £45000 - £65000 per annum + bonus, pension, private healthcare 2 weeks ago Managing Quantity Surveyor Morson Edge Beeston Park Side, Leeds (LS11), LS11 £70k - 80k per year + Package 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor – Residential Contractor & Developer Build People Hull (HU1) c£40k - £60k (Dependent on Experience) 1 day ago M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Leeds (LS1) From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + full package 3 weeks ago Commercial Manager One Construction Group Ltd Kings Mead, Pontefract (WF7), WF7 From £80,000 to £85,000 per annum Flexible working, Car allowance, Com 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Verelogic Recruitment East Riding £40k - 60k per year + £6.5K-£7.5K Car Allowance + Annual bonus 3 weeks ago M&E Asset Surveyor - Europe TSA Surveying Ltd Leeds, West Yorkshire £300 - £350 per day 4 days ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Gold Group East Riding £55000 - £68000 per annum + package 2 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Stockport (SK1) £65000 - £75000 per annum 2 days ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd View Profile York (YO1) Permanent Published: 1 day ago £65000 - £75000 per annum Senior Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team, supporting the delivery of major green energy infrastructure projects across Yorkshire . This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading commercial role on a flagship programme that is directly contributing to the UK's transition to sustainable energy. You will be working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment alongside engineers, project managers, and senior client stakeholders. About the Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the full commercial lifecycle across multiple infrastructure packages, ensuring robust cost control, contractual compliance, and effective financial management throughout project delivery. You will be responsible for both strategic oversight and hands-on commercial administration, supporting successful delivery outcomes across complex energy projects. Key Responsibilities Full end-to-end commercial management of major energy infrastructure projects Preparation, development, and ongoing management of budgets, cost plans, and forecasts Detailed cost reporting, cash flow forecasting, and financial performance analysis Administration and management of subcontractor and supplier contracts Application of value engineering techniques to optimise project outcomes Identification, assessment, and management of project risks and opportunities Full change management lifecycle , including variations and contractual claims Providing clear, informed commercial advice to project teams and senior stakeholders Ensuring strict compliance with client and company commercial procedures Supporting procurement activities and contract negotiations where required Working closely with delivery teams to ensure cost certainty and programme alignment About the Projects You will be working on high-value Yorkshire Green energy infrastructure schemes , supporting the development of sustainable power networks that are critical to regional and national decarbonisation goals. These projects are technically complex, commercially significant, and strategically important within the UK energy sector. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large-scale infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects Strong understanding of commercial frameworks, ideally including NEC and/or JCT contracts Demonstrable experience in cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting Strong track record in subcontract management and negotiation Confident in managing change control, variations, and commercial risk Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and client teams Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Willingness to work 2-3 days per week on site in Yorkshire (York area) Why This Role? This is a standout opportunity to be part of a nationally significant green energy transformation programme , where your commercial expertise will directly support the delivery of sustainable infrastructure. You'll gain exposure to high-value projects, senior stakeholders, and a collaborative environment focused on innovation and long-term impact. Apply: Contact : Hayley Woodruff on 07897069216 / Jonathan Kirby on 07860273465 Apply with your CV to / Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDH In Short Industry HR & Recruitment Founded 2007 Location Skelmersdale, West Lancs Company size 50 - 199 About Us Building Careers is a market leading recruitment specialist in construction, housing and property. Based in the North West and Yorkshire, Building Careers offers permanent and temporary staffing solutions to both the public and private sector. As a sustainable and profitable people focused business, we endeavour to deliver a quality of service that is second to none through a highly knowledgeable, committed team who put our clients and candidates at the heart of what we do. We aim to boost business growth and build a better and bigger construction industry in the region. At Building Careers we pride ourselves on being more than just a construction recruitment agency – we are architects of careers and builders of futures. With a legacy of 18 years marked by brilliance in delivery, we have become a cornerstone in the construction industry, connecting talent with opportunity. Sectors As a business, we specialise in over 15 different sectors within Construction and Property, recruiting the people that put the initial ideas on the page right through to those that complete the projects brick by brick. Our team cover both temporary and permanent recruitment for office and site based roles across the UK and beyond. Our professionally trained recruitment consultants dedicate their time to one particular sector, allowing them to develop their expertise to the highest standard within that field. Candidates We understand that the construction industry requires a unique blend of skills, experience, and cultural fit. Our team of experts goes beyond conventional recruitment, delving deep into the intricacies of each project and the specific needs of our clients. We meticulously select candidates who not only meet technical requirements but also align with the ethos of the companies they join. For job seekers, we are the pathway to fulfilling, rewarding careers. We provide guidance, support, and opportunities for growth within the dynamic world of construction. From skilled trades to management roles, we empower individuals to build careers that withstand the test of time. What do our clients think? We are the strategic partner in shaping the future of their projects. By connecting them with top-tier talent, we contribute to the creation of innovative, sustainable, and successful ventures that stand as a testament to progress in the construction industry. "I have worked with Joanne Fisher for 2.5 years...The calibre of the trades and labour she has supplied us has been outstanding resulting in a lot of the workers being on site from the beginning and will be likely to join us on future projects in the North West. Joanne has continued to look after us and the workers throughout Furlough and has been professional throughout." Michael Green, Senior Project Manager at GRAHAM What do our clients think? “In the construction industry it’s important to find the right quality of employees. Building Careers has been able to source the right type of candidates for all disciplines, to ensure my business was run successfully, managed adequately and was able to deliver for our clients. “The quality of service we received was outstanding. They took the pressure away in sourcing the right candidates. Over the last 15 years we have developed a trust, where Mark and his team has sourced the correct quality candidates at any given time, no matter where in the country. We’ve had some exceptional talent through Building Careers. Talent that has postively influenced our bottom line. The appointment of Mark and Building Careers has been one of the best business decisions I’ve made in construction.” Andy McDonough, Ex-Watkin Jones MD Similar Senior Quantity Surveyor Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Mabgate, Leeds (LS1), LS1 3AB From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + car & package 4 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor - Leeds ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD Leeds (LS1) £45000 - £65000 per annum + bonus, pension, private healthcare 2 weeks ago Managing Quantity Surveyor Morson Edge Beeston Park Side, Leeds (LS11), LS11 £70k - 80k per year + Package 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor – Residential Contractor & Developer Build People Hull (HU1) c£40k - £60k (Dependent on Experience) 1 day ago M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Leeds (LS1) From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + full package 3 weeks ago Commercial Manager One Construction Group Ltd Kings Mead, Pontefract (WF7), WF7 From £80,000 to £85,000 per annum Flexible working, Car allowance, Com 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Verelogic Recruitment East Riding £40k - 60k per year + £6.5K-£7.5K Car Allowance + Annual bonus 3 weeks ago M&E Asset Surveyor - Europe TSA Surveying Ltd Leeds, West Yorkshire £300 - £350 per day 4 days ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Gold Group East Riding £55000 - £68000 per annum + package 2 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Stockport (SK1) £65000 - £75000 per annum 2 days ago Senior Quantity Surveyor jobs Senior Quantity Surveyor jobs in York Construction jobs Construction jobs in York Quantity Surveying jobs Quantity Surveying jobs in York Jobs in York Senior CAD Designer jobs Senior Architectural Technologist jobs Intermediate Quantity Surveyor jobs Senior Survey Engineer jobs Section Quantity Surveyor jobs Senior Construction Manager jobs Chartered Surveyor jobs Quantity Surveyor jobs Assistant Quantity Surveyor jobs Graduate Quantity Surveyor jobs Senior Surveyor jobs Building Surveyor jobs Quantity Surveyor Specialist jobs Trainee Quantity Surveyor jobs Quantity Surveyor Manager jobs Get hired. 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