Senior Quantity Surveyor - SC Cleared

  • DataSource
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Feb 27, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - SC Cleared

Our client is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Managing Quantity Surveyor who will be responsible for delivering work that's driven by excellence as well as doing the right thing. They are seeking a personable, enthusiastic, and energetic Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Complex Infrastructure, Commercial and Procurement team to support their continuing growth within our Local Transport Sector.

Working Patterns: Hybrid working, 2 3 days per week on site

The Key Responsibilities of a Senior Quantity Surveyor:

  • Manage and administer the post-contract administration of NEC4 contracts, including assessment of contractual change and payments, ensuring that projects remain within governance and adopt best practices.
  • Prepare and manage cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports across the lifecycle of your project
  • Have good understanding of procurement documents required in the preparation of an ITT
  • Establishing professional relationships with clients, colleagues and other parties involved in the projects and programmes we support.
  • Manage relationships and collaborate with clients and external stakeholders to ensure client satisfaction and create new business opportunities.
  • Managing junior team members, and leading people and commissions as needed

Below is a list of Key Skills required for the Senior Quantity Surveyor, however you will not be expected to have everything:

  • Experience in civil infrastructure (highways/active travel experience desirable)
  • Extensive experience in NEC4 contracts (NEC4 Project Manager Accreditated would be preferable)
  • Have good understanding of procurement documents required in the preparation of an ITT
  • Experience in managing, coaching and mentoring more junior colleagues and emerging leadership skills.
  • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
  • Professional body membership, MRICS or working towards chartership.

Benefits:

  • Pension up to 10% client contribution.
  • Life assurance, income protection insurance and critical illness cover.
  • Option to buy & sell holiday.
  • Dental, health, medical, travel and gadget insurance.
  • 24/7 Digital GP.

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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You will be required to hold a minimum of SC Clearance. If you do not hold an active SC clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.

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