Senior Quantity Surveyor
We’re Recruiting: Senior Quantity Surveyors
Sector: Civil Engineering – Highways, Rail, Water & Power
Location: Midlnads / Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Starting from £70,000 (plus benefits)
Recruiting On Behalf Of: A leading UK infrastructure consultancy
About Our Client
We are proud to be representing a highly regarded civil engineering consultancy with a strong presence across highways, rail, water, and power. Following significant project wins and continued growth, our client is expanding their commercial and project teams and is seeking multiple Senior Quantity Surveyors to join their organisation.
A unique aspect of their business is that they second their QS professionals to some of the UK’s top 250 contractors, giving individuals direct exposure to client-side operations, high-profile projects, and opportunities to influence major infrastructure programmes.
The Role
Our client is looking for experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors to provide commercial and contractual support on complex civil engineering projects. Successful candidates will be seconded to leading contractor teams, offering exceptional client-side experience and career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage quantity surveying activities on major civil engineering projects
Prepare cost plans, estimates, and forecasts
Manage contracts (NEC and other standard forms), ensuring compliance and risk mitigation
Provide commercial advice to project teams, clients, and contractors
Support procurement, subcontractor management, and value engineering initiatives
Identify and manage risks, claims, and variations
Contribute to reporting, project audits, and financial control
What Our Client Is Looking For
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure
Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (essential) and other industry-standard frameworks
Experience in cost management, risk management, and commercial reporting on major projects
Exposure to at least one sector: highways, rail, water, or power
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
Professional accreditation (RICS/CICES) preferred
What Our Client Offers
Salary starting from £70,000, plus benefits
Opportunities to work on high-profile, nationally significant infrastructure projects
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Clear progression pathways into senior leadership
Supportive, collaborative team culture with ongoing professional development
How to Apply
To explore these opportunities, please apply or contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black Midlands for a confidential discussion