Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Old Oak Common, London
Sector: Major Infrastructure / Rail / Structural Works
Contract Type: Temp to perm

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a high-performing commercial team on the landmark Old Oak Common project – one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure developments.

This role is ideally suited for an experienced professional with a strong background in Tier 2 or Tier 3 contracting, and proven expertise in NEC contract management. Experience with structural steel and cladding packages is highly desirable, as these will form a core part of your commercial responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

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Commercial management of major work packages, including structural steel and cladding

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Full administration of NEC contracts, including change control, compensation events, and final accounts

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Forecasting, cost control, and cash flow reporting

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Management of subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments

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Liaison with site teams, engineers, subcontractors, and client commercial representatives

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Risk identification and mitigation across commercial and contractual scopes

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Contribution to project planning, procurement strategies, and cost reviews

Required Experience & Qualifications:

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5+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with recent work in a senior capacity

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Strong background working with Tier 2 or Tier 3 contractors

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In-depth understanding and application of NEC forms of contract

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Specific experience managing structural steel and cladding work packages

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Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar discipline

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Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

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Proficiency in commercial software tools (e.g. Excel, CEMAR, or similar)

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Ability to work on-site in London on a full-time basis

What’s on Offer:

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Competitive salary and benefits

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Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s largest and most high-profile transport projects

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Career progression and development within a major civil engineering environment

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Collaborative and professional project team

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Exposure to high-value, technically complex construction packages