Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Construction / Building Services
Location: RG7 (Full-time office-based with occasional WFH flexibility)
Contract: Outside IR35 | £450–£500 per day | 40 hours/week
Duration: Initial 24-month contract
Division: SLR Nuclear, part of SLR Recruitment Solutions Ltd
SLR Nuclear is proud to support a major UK nuclear defence client in securing a Senior Quantity Surveyor to deliver critical infrastructure projects.
This is a high-impact role within a secure and regulated environment, requiring a skilled commercial professional to manage complex construction and building services works across multiple projects.
🔍 Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee cost estimation, forecasting, procurement, and contract administration
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Support contract management under NEC4 forms
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Provide accurate cost reporting, budgeting, and cash flow analysis
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Ensure compliance with relevant construction legislation and standards
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Actively engage with internal and external stakeholders to resolve commercial issues
✅ Essential Requirements:
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5–7+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, civils, or building services
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Demonstrable experience with NEC4 contracts
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Strong knowledge of cost control, budgeting, and project forecasting
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Excellent stakeholder and negotiation skills
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Degree in Quantity Surveying or working towards an equivalent qualification
🔐 Security & Eligibility:
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Must be eligible for UK DV clearance (active SC clearance highly desirable)
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British Passport and UK residency status required
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Prior MoD, defence, or nuclear project experience beneficial but not essential
Join a specialist team making a direct impact on UK national security and infrastructure.
Apply now or request the full job spec to learn more.
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