Senior Quantity Surveyor - Nuclear (accommodation allowance)

Senior Quantity Surveyor

West Cumbria (Whitehaven) | Major Infrastructure Programme

Join one of the UKs most significant infrastructure projects.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK infrastructure contractor delivering a major long-term programme based in Whitehaven, Cumbria.

Working within a high-performing commercial team, youll play a key role in the successful commercial delivery of complex infrastructure projects, managing subcontractors, supporting project leadership and helping to drive commercial performance across the project lifecycle.

This role offers exposure to nationally significant projects, excellent career development opportunities and the chance to work alongside some of the industrys leading commercial professionals.

Applications are welcomed from candidates across the UK. If youre willing to stay in Cumbria during the working week, weekly accommodation and sustenance support is available, making this an attractive opportunity for professionals who dont wish to relocate permanently.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, youll provide commercial leadership across a major infrastructure project, ensuring robust contract administration, commercial governance and financial control throughout delivery.

You'll work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement teams and clients to maximise value, manage risk and ensure projects are delivered safely, commercially and successfully.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a senior position, or an established Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking a fresh challenge on a flagship infrastructure programme.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management
Manage the commercial administration of major infrastructure projects from procurement through to final account.
Administer subcontract packages, including valuations, payments, variations and change management.
Monitor project costs, forecasts and commercial performance.
Prepare accurate cost reports, forecasts and commercial submissions.
Support the preparation of applications for payment and financial reporting.
Contract Administration
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and commercial procedures.
Manage subcontractor accounts and contractual correspondence.
Support the management of change control and compensation events.
Identify commercial risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies where required.
Stakeholder Management
Build strong working relationships with project teams, clients and the wider supply chain.
Support collaborative working across multidisciplinary project teams.
Provide commercial advice to operational teams to support successful project delivery.
Team Leadership
Mentor and support Assistant Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff.
Contribute to the development of a high-performing commercial team.
Promote continuous improvement and the sharing of best practice.
Governance & Performance
Ensure commercial reporting is accurate, timely and compliant with project procedures.
Maintain high standards of commercial governance throughout the project.
Highlight commercial risks, issues and opportunities to senior management.
About You

Youll be a commercially focused professional who enjoys working on complex infrastructure projects and is confident managing both contractual and financial aspects of project delivery.

Essential

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within construction or infrastructure projects.
Strong knowledge of subcontract management and commercial administration.
Experience preparing cost reports, forecasts and commercial reporting.
Excellent understanding of NEC contracts (or other standard forms of contract).
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
Experience working collaboratively with project teams and clients.
Degree qualified (or equivalent industry experience).
Able to obtain, or currently hold, the appropriate security clearance.
Desirable
Experience within nuclear, defence, energy, rail, utilities or other highly regulated sectors.
Experience using commercial management systems such as CEMAR.
Chartered status (RICS, CIOB or equivalent), or working towards professional accreditation.
Experience supervising or mentoring junior commercial team members.
Whats on Offer?

In return, youll receive an excellent salary and benefits package together with the opportunity to build your career on one of the UKs most prestigious infrastructure programmes.

Benefits include:

Competitive salary
Annual performance bonus
Company car or car allowance
Private medical insurance
Generous pension contribution
Enhanced annual leave with the option to purchase additional days
Flexible benefits package
Cycle to Work scheme and lifestyle discounts
Ongoing professional development and training
Clear career progression opportunities
Employee wellbeing and mental health support
Long-term project security within a growing infrastructure business
Working Away opportunities

Candidates from across the UK are encouraged to apply.

For those willing to stay in Cumbria during the working week, weekly accommodation and sustenance support is available, allowing you to work on a landmark project without the need to relocate permanently.

Apply

If youre looking to join a major infrastructure programme where you can develop your career, work on technically challenging projects and make a genuine impact, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed