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Senior Quantity Surveyor

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  • Location Warrington, ENG
  • Salary £55k/year - 65k/year
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Posted March 19, 2026

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure programmes with a key utilities client, including work across AMP8.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cost professional to take on a client-facing role within a high-profile programme, with strong scope for progression into leadership.

The Opportunity

You will play a key role in delivering cost management services across complex infrastructure projects, working closely with a major utilities client. While utilities experience is preferred, this role is also open to candidates with a broader infrastructure background.

This is a client-facing position requiring regular presence within the client’s office environment, offering excellent exposure and the opportunity to build long-term relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the commercial and cost management of infrastructure projects from inception through to completion
  • Develop and manage cost plans, budgets, and financial reporting
  • Administer contracts with a strong focus on NEC, including compensation events and change control
  • Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and client requirements
  • Work closely with the client and project stakeholders to ensure successful delivery
  • Provide commercial insight and support decision-making
  • Contribute to the development of junior team members

About You

  • Experience operating at Senior Cost Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor level within consultancy or infrastructure environments
  • Strong, hands-on NEC contract experience (essential)
  • Background in utilities or infrastructure projects
  • Confident in a client-facing role, with excellent communication skills
  • Commercially aware, proactive, and detail-oriented
  • Professionally qualified (RICS or equivalent), or working towards chartership

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on a major utilities programme
  • Strong client exposure and career progression opportunities
  • Clear pathway towards Associate Director level
  • Collaborative, high-performing team environment