Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Major Infrastructure Project (Kent)

An established and highly respected infrastructure and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major power and utilities project based at Kingsnorth Power Station near Rochester, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation for delivering complex civil engineering and energy infrastructure schemes across the UK. Known for its collaborative culture, long-term project pipeline, and commitment to developing its people, the company offers the chance to work on high-profile works with genuine career progression opportunities beyond the initial project duration.

Location

Kingsnorth Power Station, ME3 9NJ

Duration

Immediate start through to Spring 2027, with strong potential for future framework projects and/or a permanent position.

Project Scope

Overhead line reconductoring works (self-delivery)
Civils enabling works (subcontracted)

The Role

The successful candidate will take a leading commercial role across subcontract packages, supporting the Commercial Manager and helping to mentor and develop junior commercial team members.

Key responsibilities will include:

NEC4 subcontract management and administration (Options A, B & Small Works)
Proactive management and close-out of subcontract changes
Risk management and reduction meetings with subcontractors
Forecasting, profiling, liabilities, and payment certifications
Maintaining accurate site records and commercial reporting
Supporting monthly CVRs, client forecasts, and AFP submissions
Coordinating and developing QS and Graduate QS team members
Managing subcontract packages to ensure timely and effective administration

Requirements

Strong civils background, ideally with a main contractor
Extensive NEC4 subcontract experience
Excellent commercial management and organisational skills
Strong forecasting and cost reporting capabilities
Ability to manage multiple subcontract packages effectively
Experience supporting and mentoring junior QS staff
SC Procurement experience beneficial but not essentialThis role will naturally expand into wider commercial and project responsibilities as the works progress, making it an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Senior QS looking for long-term development within a growing infrastructure environment