Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Company: Situ Group (Energy & Construction Divisions)
Location: Basildon
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
The Situ Group brings together two specialist businesses:
* Situ Energy Ltd – delivering turnkey power solutions, with a focus on EV charging infrastructure and future-proof energy systems.
* Situ Construction Ltd – acting as Principal Contractor, delivering high-quality fit-out and general construction projects across a range of sectors.
Together, we are shaping the future of both the built environment and energy infrastructure through quality, innovation, and seamless execution.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our commercial team across both divisions. This is a key role, responsible for managing project costs, contracts, and risks while ensuring best value and supporting successful delivery.
You will have the opportunity to work across diverse projects — from EV charging rollouts and energy solutions to fit-out and construction schemes as Principal Contractor.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead cost management across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through delivery.
* Prepare, review, and analyse budgets, tenders, and subcontractor packages.
* Administer contracts (NEC and JCT), manage valuations, variations, and change control.
* Lead subcontractor procurement, payments, and commercial negotiations.
* Prepare CVRs, forecasts, and board-level commercial reports.
* Monitor project risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.
* Maintain strong client, consultant, and subcontractor relationships.
* Mentor and support junior QS team members, promoting collaboration.
About You
* Proven experience as a Senior QS within construction, infrastructure, or energy projects.
* Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts.
* Excellent cost management, forecasting, and reporting skills.
* Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work across two growing and complementary divisions — Energy (EV/Power) and Construction (Fit-out/General Contracting).
* Career progression in a rapidly expanding group.
* Collaborative, supportive, and ambitious team culture.
* Flexible / hybrid working arrangements