Senior Quantity Surveyor

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£123,500–£130,000 a year

Wooburn Green

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

Hybrid

Work setup

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In brief

This Senior Quantity Surveyor role involves driving commercial strategy and cost control for a flagship infrastructure programme. The work focuses on managing complex NEC contracts, overseeing subcontract packages and ensuring robust financial governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Best for

Senior Quantity Surveyors with major infrastructure or civil engineering project experience.

Non-negotiable

Strong NEC contract knowledge required.

Worth knowing

The IR35 status is currently pending review.

What you need

Required

  • Infrastructure project delivery

    Clearly required in the listing

  • NEC contract administration

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Cost control

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Financial management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Subcontractor management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Risk management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Change control

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

  • Tier 1 contractor experience

    Clearly required in the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Manage project costs and reporting

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Administer subcontract packages

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Handle NEC contract administration

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Negotiate subcontractor accounts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Control risks and change

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Provide commercial guidance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor project cash flow

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Contribute to commercial strategy

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Senior level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys taking ownership, managing complex NEC contracts, and seeing projects through from inception to completion, this could be the ideal next assignment.”

What's on offer

Hybrid working
Long-term contract
Outside IR35
Flagship infrastructure project
Early project involvement
Tier 1 contractor experience
Competitive
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Major Infrastructure Project | Hampshire (Hybrid Working) £475-£500 per day | Outside IR35 (Pending Review) Long-Term Contract Opportunity Some projects look impressive on paper. Others are career-defining. This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractors on a flagship programme that will run for years, not months. With the project still in its early stages, you'll have the chance to influence commercial strategy from the outset whilst securing long-term contract stability on a major framework-backed scheme. If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys taking ownership, managing complex NEC contracts, and seeing projects through from inception to completion, this could be the ideal next assignment. The Opportunity You'll become a key member of an established commercial team delivering a high-profile infrastructure project in Hampshire. Working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, you'll be responsible for driving commercial performance whilst ensuring robust cost control throughout the project lifecycle. This is a role for a commercially astute professional who can challenge where necessary, manage risk effectively and build strong relationships across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Managing project costs, forecasts and monthly financial reporting Procuring and administering subcontract packages NEC contract administration and compensation event management Assessing, negotiating and agreeing subcontractor accounts and claims Managing project risks, opportunities and change control processes Supporting operational teams with commercial guidance and challenge Monitoring cash flow and ensuring commercial governance is maintained Contributing to commercial strategy as the project progresses into construction What We're Looking For We're keen to speak with Senior Quantity Surveyors who can demonstrate: Proven experience delivering major infrastructure or civil engineering projects Strong NEC contract knowledge Excellent cost control, forecasting and financial management skills Experience managing subcontractors and complex supply chains A track record of managing change, risk and commercial issues effectively Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Previous experience working for a Tier 1 contractor would be advantageous Why Apply? ✅ Long-term contract with strong programme visibility ✅ Outside IR35 engagement ✅ Flagship infrastructure project with significant value ✅ Early project involvement offering genuine influence ✅ Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contractor ✅ Competitive day rate of £475-£500 per day ✅ Strong pipeline of future framework work Interested? If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next long-term contract and want to play a key role on a major infrastructure project, I'd be delighted to discuss the opportunity in more detail. Apply today or contact Ganymede Solutions for a confidential conversation. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

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