Posted 06 August, 2026
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Ecruit
London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor Competitive Salary- London & St Albans The RoleDo you have strong NEC3 and NEC4 contract knowledge gained across rail, highways or major civil engineering projects? Are you ready to take ownership of complex commercial matters while helping clients deliver major infrastructure programmes?We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing consultancy, based at our London office and working around 50% of the time on site in the St Albans area during the first two years.As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide hands-on pre-contract and post-contract commercial management within a Design & Build environment. You will support a major project, work closely with the NEC Project Management Team and receive support from the Project Director when required.This is a senior, client-facing opportunity where your judgement and experience will be valued.Key ResponsibilitiesManage estimates, budgets, feasibility studies and project expenditure.Administer NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, including early warnings, compensation events and change control.Prepare cost variance reports, forecasts, cash-flow updates and monthly commercial reports.Assess valuations, payment applications, payment certificates and final accounts.Manage contractor, subcontractor and supplier accounts.Lead contractor meetings and provide clear commercial advice.Mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and support their development.Identify the cost and programme impact of access constraints, possessions, isolations, permits and stakeholder approvals.The CompanyVextrix was founded to create a socially conscious business where all our clients and staff feel valued. In our growing business, we create an environment for our team where each individual can develop and progress, benefiting from the experience of our senior team and exciting opportunities with our clients. Collaboratively, we all live our values and deliver on our unique guarantees, which is why our clients trust us as their consultant of choiceThe Benefits28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysPrivate medical insurance and a Medicash Cash PlanAnnual bonus and annual pay reviewFlexible and home working optionsEnhanced maternity, paternity and compassionate leaveTwo paid volunteering days each yearSalary sacrifice and employee discount schemesOngoing training and wider project opportunitiesBirthday lunches and shared team celebrationsThe PersonYou will need substantial Quantity Surveying and cost management experience within rail, highways or major civils, gained with a contractor or consultancy. Client-side experience is useful but not essential.The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will also have:A Quantity Surveying degree or equivalentStrong NEC contract knowledgeExperience in an onsite Main Works Contractor environmentExcellent reporting, negotiation and communication skillsSound commercial judgement and attention to detailThe confidence to challenge constructivelyRICS or another relevant professional accreditation is desirableTake the next step in your career as a Senior Quantity Surveyor and apply today to join a people-focused consultancy delivering major infrastructure projects.TPBN1_UKTJ
