Quantity Surveyor

Job description

We are seeking Quantity Surveyors / Cost Managers to support our clients pivotal energy projects. This role is instrumental in delivering end-to-end commercial and cost control services for transformational projects that support the UK's energy transition strategy.

Locations: London, Manchester, Stockton on Tees, Glasgow, Edinburgh

All roles are working on a hybrid basis of 3 days a week client site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle cost management across project lifecycles—from tendering and procurement through to contract negotiation, cost control, and final account settlement.
• Administer NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred), overseeing valuations, change control, and cost variance coordination.
• Provide robust forecasting, monitoring, and reporting of cost performance; ensure accurate and timely financial insights.
• Drive value engineering and cost optimisation strategies in alignment with project and client needs.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with client teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Mentor and guide junior cost professionals, while contributing to continuous improvement of cost management practices.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience in cost management or quantity surveying within energy, renewables, hydrogen, carbon capture, or natural resources sectors.
• Degree or HNC qualification in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline.
• Strong commercial and contract management skills, especially within NEC frameworks.
• Track record in consultancy environments or client-facing roles, capable of steering project success.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adept at managing multiple stakeholders in dynamic delivery settings.

What’s On Offer

• A front-line role in high-impact energy and natural resource programmes, contributing directly to net-zero ambitions.
• Structured career support, including mentoring and professional development pathways in cost management.
• A supportive, flexible working culture focused on inclusion, and maintaining a healthy work–life balance.
• A competitive package with hybrid working and long-term progression opportunities.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English