Quantity Surveyor

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Job Description

We are seeking Quantity Surveyors / Cost Managers to support our clients pivotal projects. This role is instrumental in delivering end-to-end commercial and cost control services for transformational projects that support the UK's energy transition and Defence strategy.

Projects can be either Nuclear, Carbon, Renewable Energy, Power, Net Zero, Transmission & Distribution or within Defence. All positions are working on a hybrid basis (3 days a week client site).

Any Defence project requires UK SC Clearance to be held. BPSS will be required for Energy projects.

Energy project locations: Manchester / Stockton / York / Leeds

Defence project locations: Manchester / Bristol / London

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle cost management across project lifecycles—from tendering and procurement through to contract negotiation, cost control, and final account settlement.

  • Administer NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred), overseeing valuations, change control, and cost variance coordination.

  • Provide robust forecasting, monitoring, and reporting of cost performance; ensure accurate and timely financial insights.

  • Drive value engineering and cost optimisation strategies in alignment with project and client needs.

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with client teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.

  • Mentor and guide junior cost professionals, while contributing to continuous improvement of cost management practices.

What You'll Bring

  • Extensive experience in cost management or quantity surveying within energy, renewables, hydrogen, carbon capture, or Defence sectors.

  • Degree or HNC qualification in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline.

  • Strong commercial and contract management skills, especially within NEC frameworks.

  • Track record in consultancy environments or client-facing roles, capable of steering project success.

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and adept at managing multiple stakeholders in dynamic delivery settings.

What's On Offer

  • A front-line role in high-impact energy or Defence programmes

  • Structured career support, including mentoring and professional development pathways in cost management.

  • A supportive, flexible working culture focused on inclusion, and maintaining a healthy work–life balance.

  • A competitive package with hybrid working and long-term progression opportunities.


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Location:
Luton
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Business

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