Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Following several recent promotions, one of our long-standing clients is growing their commercial team and are eager to engage with Quantity Surveyors to join their team in Newcastle.

You will join a growing team based in the North East who are delivering a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the region.

They're looking to speak with ambitious QS professionals who have experience working on complex civil engineering projects and are comfortable operating under NEC contracts.

What makes this opportunity stand out is the culture. Rather than a traditional hierarchy where career progression is dictated from above, my client empowers its people to take ownership of their development, challenge convention, and bring fresh ideas to the table. It's a genuinely autonomous environment where innovation is encouraged and individuals are trusted to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing all post-contract quantity surveying activities across civil engineering projects
Administering NEC contracts and supporting effective commercial management
Monitoring project costs, forecasts, valuations and financial performance
Assessing variations, compensation events, applications for payment and final accounts
Working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and other stakeholders
Preparing commercial reports and providing accurate financial advice throughout project delivery
Identifying commercial risks and supporting appropriate mitigation strategies

Job Requirements:

Experience in quantity surveying within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of post-contract commercial management
Practical experience of working with NEC contracts
Understanding of cost control, change management, valuations and final accounts
Experience within sectors such as power utilities, energy, highways, utilities or nuclear is desirable
Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
Chartered status or progress towards a relevant professional qualification is desirable but not essential

What is Offered:

A permanent position within a well-established infrastructure environment
Opportunity to work across major civil engineering and utilities projects
Support for continued professional development and career progression
Collaborative working relationships with experienced project and commercial teams
If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor with civil engineering, post-contract and NEC experience, this is an excellent opportunity to further develop your career across major infrastructure projects. Apply now to be considered