Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong civil engineering and NEC contract experience to join our commercial team on the HS2 programme in Milton Keynes. You will play a pivotal role in the financial and commercial management of complex infrastructure works, contributing to the successful delivery of one of the UK’s most significant transport projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of multiple civils work packages including earthworks, drainage, utilities, highways and structures.
• Manage the administration of NEC3/NEC4 contracts: early warnings, change control and compensation events.
• Oversee subcontract management — procurement, tendering, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Provide accurate monthly cost reporting, forecasting and financial analysis to support project performance.
• Drive cost assurance and maintain compliance with project governance and HS2 commercial standards.
• Mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QS team members.
• Support claims preparation and contribute to dispute avoidance/resolution strategies if required.
• Engage collaboratively with project managers, planners, engineers, the client and stakeholders.
• Identify commercial risks/opportunities and propose cost-efficient solutions.
• Contribute to continual improvement in commercial processes and commercial delivery outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior QS on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Strong NEC contract administration experience essential.
• Robust understanding of construction methodologies and commercial performance drivers for civils works.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and client-facing skills.
• Experienced in cost systems, MS Excel and contract management platforms (e.g., CEMAR).

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related field.
• Membership or progression toward RICS / ICES desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.