Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Murray McIntosh Associates Ltd
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • 28/04/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineer Health & Safety Management Architect and Design Commercial Manager

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water Sector Infrastructure Projects
Location: South East England (project-based)
Salary: Up to 85,000 + package (DOE)
Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid/flexible working where applicable



The Opportunity

Join a leading infrastructure contractor as a Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting a major UK pipeline programme. This is a high-impact role where you'll take ownership of commercial performance across complex civil engineering works, working closely with project leadership to drive profitability, manage risk and deliver successful outcomes.



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage contract administration across NEC3/NEC4 Option C contracts
  • Act as the key commercial contact for system subcontractors
  • Provide clear advice on contractual and commercial issues
  • Ensure full commercial compliance, protecting company position at all times
  • Report subcontract status and risks to the Commercial Manager
  • Support pricing and negotiation of variations across multiple disciplines (not limited to M&E)
  • Lead cost control activities and monitor project financial performance
  • Prepare monthly cost/value reports, WIP reports and financial forecasts
  • Contribute to procurement, tendering and subcontract lifecycle management
  • Measure quantities and support preparation of final accounts
  • Manage delegated budgets, contracts and resources to ensure value for money
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, including HSEQ and sustainability


About You

  • BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
  • Strong NEC3 or NEC4 (Option C) contract experience
  • Proven commercial management experience on infrastructure or civil engineering projects
  • Confident negotiator with strong stakeholder management skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)


The Project

You'll be working on a flagship UK infrastructure programme designed to improve water resilience-transferring water from surplus to deficit regions and supporting long-term environmental sustainability.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary up to 85,000 + package (or open to contractors)
  • Enhanced pension and benefits package
  • Flexible working and generous annual leave
  • Ongoing professional development and leadership training
  • Opportunity to work on major, high-profile infrastructure projects
  • Strong focus on employee wellbeing (mental & physical health support)


Apply Now

If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor with NEC experience looking to take the lead on a major infrastructure programme, apply today.