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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Utilities

Major London Infrastructure Project | Main Contractor | Up to 90k p/a

We're recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial and cost management across multiple civils packages on a major station modernisation and infrastructure delivery scheme in London. You'll own commercial strategy, lead a small QS team, and manage cost for works spanning utilities, structural, civils, and fit-out scopes. You'll partner with project controls, design teams, and senior stakeholders to drive value, manage risk, and deliver commercial outcomes on a complex, multi-billion-pound programme.

Key Responsibilities

Lead commercial strategy and cost management across multiple work packages and disciplinesEstablish, maintain, and defend cost budgets and forecasts; escalate and resolve significant variancesMentor and line-manage junior QS staff and support cost engineersDevelop and implement change control, variation order, and claims strategyLead commercial negotiations with key subcontractors and suppliersMonitor and forecast subcontractor performance, invoicing, and payment applications at portfolio levelPrepare commercial reports and cost forecasts for main board and project controls; present to senior stakeholdersIdentify and develop commercial claims and cost recovery opportunities; manage dispute resolutionLiaise with civils, structural, and MEP teams on cost and schedule implications of design and scope changesMaintain commercial records, cost models, and supporting documentation to defend the contractual and financial positionContribute to procurement strategy and tender evaluation for major packages

About You

Chartered QS (RICS) or equivalent - or RICS eligible with substantial post-graduate experience10+ years' post-qualification experience in infrastructure cost management, with proven track record on Tier 1 and Tier 2 projectsDemonstrated leadership experience managing QS teams or cost functionsExpert-level Excel, cost management software (Predict, Causeway, or equivalent), and financial modelling skillsConfident managing £100m+ cost portfolios and complex, multi-disciplinary packagesStrong negotiation and stakeholder management; credibility at director and client levelExperience on major rail, station, or infrastructure modernisation schemes a distinct advantageProfessional maturity and commercial acumen; able to advise senior project leadership

What We Offer

Up to £90k Per Annum + BenefitsFull-time Permanent RoleHigh-profile London infrastructure project with major client visibilityOpportunity to mentor and build a commercial teamProfessional development and RICS CPD support Read less

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A leading infrastructure contractor is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team based in Central London.

The main objective of the role is to deliver the commercial management for a portfolio of projects as part a major CP7 rail framework.

Key duties will include:
Manage financial performance, ensuring profit target and efficiency savings are achieved.
Manage change control, disputes, risks and opportunities effectively.
Lead the negotiation and ongoing management of subcontractors.
Ensure the supply chain are fully compliant and build trusted partnerships.
Maintain accurate cost plans and project forecasts.
Undertake monthly progress reports and cost value reconciliation.

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading contractor and work on a major rail framework based from Central London worth £10bn over the next 10 years.
You will be joining a high calibre, growing, team and be delivering significant results for the client and the framework.
This role offers a stable pipeline of long-term works and, as such, is a brilliant opportunity for anyone looking to develop and progress their commercial career.

Further Details
Our client is responsible for the delivery of 3 separate contracts as part of the CP7 framework, each worth between £30m - £50m and comprising of 10-50 small jobs.
You will be responsible for a portfolio of 5-10 live framework projects at any one time, with individual projects ranging in value from £250k - £2m.
There will be a strong focus on financial reporting in this role. As such you must be confident in cost planning, and tracking and forecasting costs to ensure accuracy across assigned live jobs.
This role will involve change management activities across assigned projects, ensuring these are responded to within contracted times. All change control activities will be downstream to the supply chain.

Candidate Requirements
Our client is looking for Project Quantity Surveyors looking for a career move. They are also keen to see experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyors looking for career progression.
Minimum of 3 years' commercial experience delivering projects in a high volume, low value environment across any sector.
You will have demonstrable experience of supporting the delivery of multiple projects at a time, and possess strong reporting skills.
Relevant quantity surveying or commercial management degree.

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Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor
Euston, London
Offering up to £110,000

We at Smart4EPC are glad to be assisting our client, a Tier 1 main contractor, on their search for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a major infrastructure project in London. This is an excellent opportunity to oversee the cost management and contract management aspects of the project, from initiation through to close-out.

Key Responsibilities:

Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, with proven experience administering NEC3/NEC4 optionsSkilled in issuing and managing contractual notices, early warnings, compensation events, and change management processesAbility to interpret contract clauses, advise project teams, and ensure full compliance with NEC obligationsDemonstrated ability to manage high-value packages with high volumes of change, ensuring robust change control processes and accurate forecastingExperienced in cost administration for consultants and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with budgets, forecasts, and commercial targetsAbility to scrutinise cost and change submissions and validate valuations for accuracyAbility to maintain and update EWN and risk registers, quantify risk exposure, and support mitigation strategiesSkilled in identifying, assessing, and managing commercial and project risks, including risks associated with changeEnsures risks are communicated clearly and factored into commercial forecasts and decision-makingStrong understanding of disallowed costs, with the capability to maintain auditable, accurate records to prevent exposureAbility to influence internal design teams, project managers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive commercial discipline and accountabilityProven track record improving performance through challenge and proactive commercial leadershipConfident presenting commercial positions and influencing senior stakeholdersEnsures a rigorous approach to programme management, including reviewing programmesStrong understanding of how programme movement affects cost, risk, and contractual entitlementCoaching and development of members of the commercial team

Candidate Requirements:

Strong knowledge of all aspects of commercial managementFamiliarity with various forms of contractKnowledge of integrated reportingKnowledge of IT systems relevant to commercial controlIdeally experienced in design, design-and-build, and package managementAbility to understand design processes, identify commercial impacts early, and support teams in managing design riskHighly organised, able to manage deadlines and prioritise in a fast-paced environment while maintaining clear, auditable recordsStrong team leadership skillsAble to focus on detail while still seeing the strategic pictureConfident holding and defending a positionAbility to present confidently to senior managementStrong focus on training and mentoring team membersRelevant experience in commercial managementExperience on major (£100m+) projects and Joint Venture arrangementsFormal qualification (RICS/CIOB or similar) with relevant experience

To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to [email protected], give me a call on 02036573167 or WhatsApp me on +27645053449.

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Senior Quantity Surveyor
Euston, London
Up to £85,000

We at Smart4EPC are glad to be assisting our client, a Tier 1 main contractor, on their search for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (Utilities) to join a major infrastructure project in London. This is an excellent opportunity to oversee the cost management and contract management aspects of a section of one of the UK's most significant construction programmes, from initiation through to close-out, as part of the Euston Station project.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub-contractors are properly administeredAdminister incentivisation arrangements as appropriateOversee the assessment of Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and compensation eventsProvide regular cash flow forecasts of expenditureReport expenditure against the Incentive Target on a monthly basisManage the change management process, consulting with other functions to assess changes and risks to the overall project outturnProduce a monthly consolidated cost/expenditure report for the section of the projectOversee the monthly valuation processReview potential contractor and supplier claims where necessary, oversee adjudication of claims, and make recommendations for settlementOversee the finalisation of contractor accounts and close out contracts for the projectOversee the raising of consultant, supplier or contractor instructions as necessary for signature by approved partiesOversee audits of accountsOversee financial contingency built into packages, ensuring allowances reflect the current programme positionOversee the management of risk and allowances built in for specific risksProvide commercial input to tender documentation as necessaryOversee the cost analysis of bid returnsWhere appropriate, oversee open-book tender returns from contractors and lead negotiation of two-stage fixed priceOversee the payment of contractorsEnsure all instructions issued by the project manager are reviewed for cost implicationsSupport the change control process and assist in identifying the cost implications of proposed changesOversee the preparation of final accounts for all contract packages

Candidate Requirements:

Proven knowledge of all aspects of commercial managementKnowledge of various forms of NEC contractKnowledge of integrated reportingKnowledge of IT systems relevant to commercial controlKnowledge of programme and change managementConfident with relevant IT applicationsAbility to lead a teamAbility to focus on detail while maintaining sight of the strategic pictureAbility to present confidently to senior managementExperience in commercial managementExperience working on major (£100M+) projectsFormal qualification (RICS or similar) or proven equivalent experience

To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to [email protected], give me a call on 02036573167 or WhatsApp me on +27645053449.

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Quantity Surveyor
Euston, London
Offering up to £65,000

We at Smart4EPC are glad to be assisting our client, a Tier 1 main contractor, on their search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure project in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant construction programmes, managing the cost and contract management aspects of work packages from initiation through to close-out.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub-contractorsAdminister incentivisation arrangements as appropriateSupport the assessment of the package and compensation eventsProvide regular cash flow forecasts of expenditure for the packageReport expenditure against the package budget on a monthly basisContribute to the monthly consolidated project-wide cost/expenditure reportAssess potential contractor and supplier claims and make recommendations for settlementFinalise contractor accounts and close out contracts for the projectSupport the audit team with defined cost auditing as required, and audit of the final account packRaise consultant, supplier or contractor instructions as necessary, taking these through the change management process for approval by the Senior Leadership Team and ClientReport on expenditure of financial contingency built into relevant packagesProvide schedules of rates and commercial input to tender documentationUndertake cost analysis of bid returnsAssist the package project manager and procurement team in resolving financial/commercial issues arising in tender returnsSupport negotiations for relevant tendersReceive and review monthly valuations from contractors and incorporate into the monthly Client application for paymentReview all instructions issued by the project manager for cost implicationsSupport the change control process, identifying the cost implications of proposed changes

Candidate Requirements:

Strong knowledge of commercial managementKnowledge of various forms of NEC contractFamiliarity with IT systems relevant to commercial control (e.g. CEMAR & Aconex)Experience in commercial managementExperience on construction projectsA degree in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent professional experienceAble to collaborate and work well as part of a teamStrong focus on detail

To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to [email protected], give me a call on 02036573167 or WhatsApp me on +27645053449.

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Health, Safety and Wellbeing Lead

Job Summary:

The Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) Lead provides visible health and safety leadership and expert advice to the London Data Centre project, ensuring excellence in construction safety and supporting a positive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain core areas of expertise and impart knowledge to aid the development and delivery of HSW within the project. Inclusive of acting in the context of a consultant to other parts of business in regard to the core expertise they can impart.Develop, establish and implement the project's HS&W strategy for continuous improvement in all applicable aspects of HS&W Management ensuring alignment with client and project requirements. Provide professional advice to directors and managers, to assist them in achieving business objectives, advising and facilitating in a such a manner that operational leaders can make effective and confident decisions that positively improve HSW on the project (and beyond) and create net benefit to all stakeholders.Develop a team of technical experts and deliver a compliant, progressive and "best in class" service through diligent and effective use of that resource.Develop and apply tools and techniques, define business/project strategies and methods to initiate and/or implement change to improve HSW and business performance.Lead with a strong understanding of contractual and statutory requirements relevant to the project, and consistently cascade this knowledge to others, ensuring the project's integrity is safeguarded at all times.Create, develop and maintain an extensive range of internal/external relationships to maximise impact of expertise and knowledge to influence the quality of strategic decision making.Implement initiatives that ensure Euston's HS&W culture continuously matures while ensuring that any identified poor behaviours are dealt with accordingly.

Technical skills and Competencies:

Exemplary understanding of H&S standards and relevant regulation.Knowledge of H&S Risk Management.Able to undertake audits.Able to undertake incident reporting, investigation and associated event management.Able to undertake performance monitoring and measurement.Proven knowledge of construction techniques and their implications for safety.Demonstrable knowledge of all aspects of construction Health and Safety.Understanding of occupational health.Knowledge of behavioural safety techniques.

Qualifications, Certifications and Experience:

Educated to degree level or equivalent working experience.Hold a qualification in Occupational Health and Safety; i.e. Diploma or NVQ.Chartered status within a relevant industry body (i.e. CMIOSH) or possess significant qualitative experience and/or be able to demonstrate a developed path to achieving chartered status. Proven experience working in a similar role in Health & Safety.Experienced manager.

Behavioural Competencies:

Act as an exemplar in H&S and apply professional standards to ensure best practice.Able to work in partnership with the client.Able to work with others to persuade and/or influence.Able to communicate clearly.Able to increasingly challenge conditions and others to maintain professional standards and business integrity.Able to build lasting relationships with stakeholders and senior management.Able to prioritise process and interpret information logically.Able to break multi-dimensional problems or processes into component parts and analyse using a range of analytical techniques and tools.

If you wish to highlight your application, please email your details to [email protected], please note due to the volume of applications received, we may not be able to feedback indivudally. If you do not hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Quantity Surveyor

Location: Euston, London
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Benefits
Working Pattern: Hybrid (4 days office / 1 day WFH)

Our client, a leading main contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team working on the HS2 Utilities Programme based in Euston, London.

Experience working under NEC contracts is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Administer subcontract and supplier contracts in accordance with contractual requirements.Support the management and assessment of Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and Compensation Events.Assist with the monthly valuation and payment process for subcontractors.Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and expenditure updates.Monitor project costs against budgets and target costs.Support the preparation of cash flow forecasts and financial reporting.Assist with change management processes and assess the commercial impact of project changes.Review project instructions and identify associated cost implications.Help manage commercial risk and contingency allowances across project packages.Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts.Review and analyse subcontractor quotations and tender returns.Support procurement activities and provide commercial input into tender evaluations.Work collaboratively with operational teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.Maintain accurate project records and contractual documentation.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or major construction projects.Strong understanding and practical experience working with NEC contracts.Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations and variations.Good knowledge of commercial reporting, cost control and change management.Ability to interpret contractual documentation and identify commercial risks.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial management systems.Experience working on major infrastructure projects valued at £100m+.Utilities, rail or transportation project experience.Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.Membership of RICS or progress towards professional accreditation.

Personal Attributes

Strong attention to detail while maintaining awareness of wider project objectives.Collaborative approach to working with project and commercial teams.Commercially astute with strong analytical skills.Confident communicator capable of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

If you're a Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC contract experience looking to develop your career on a landmark infrastructure project in London, we'd be keen to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to [email protected], give me a call on 02036573167 or WhatsApp me on +27645053449.

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