Senior Quantity Surveyor

Linear Recruitment Ltd

Senior Quantity Surveyor

A leading UK-based civil engineering and infrastructure specialist, delivering complex projects across water, transport, and energy sectors. With a strong reputation for direct delivery, technical expertise, and collaborative working, the business operates across long-term frameworks, bespoke schemes, and reactive works, consistently delivering high-quality solutions in challenging environments.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic team delivering a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work across frameworks, bespoke schemes, and reactive works, with project values ranging from £200k to £10m+.

As a key member of the commercial team, you will play a vital role in driving cost efficiency, managing risk, and supporting successful project delivery. You’ll work closely with project teams and senior stakeholders, contributing commercial insight while developing your expertise within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Produce accurate cost, value, and cash flow reporting

* Manage project forecasting, CVRs, and commercial planning

* Prepare applications for payment through to final account

* Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation, and financial management

* Administer contracts (primarily NEC and IChemE forms)

* Identify and realise commercial opportunities while mitigating risk

* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders on commercial matters

* Support project teams with cost control and efficiency improvements

* Ensure compliance with internal processes and commercial governance

Requirements

* Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within construction or civil engineering

* Strong knowledge of NEC/IChemE contracts and construction law

* Experience in subcontract procurement and commercial management

* Demonstrable ability in cost reporting, forecasting, and analysis

* Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills

* Proficient in Microsoft Office

Desirable

* Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)

* Membership of RICS (or working towards)

* CSCS card

* Experience with estimation and direct delivery contracting

What’s on Offer

* Exposure to a wide range of complex infrastructure and civil engineering projects

* A collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and versatility

* The opportunity to make a real commercial impact across varied and challenging schemes