Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client, a leading engineering and design consultancy, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Plymouth. The team is looking for a well-rounded Senior Quantity Surveyor with both pre- and post-contract experience across infrastructure projects. Exposure to one or more of the following sectors would be beneficial: * Highways (national or local transport) * Rail * Energy (including nuclear, renewables, or carbon capture) * Utilities (water, telecoms, etc.) * Defence * Aviation You won’t be expected to have expertise in every area, but a strong foundation in quantity surveying and a drive to develop further within complex infrastructure is key. This role offers the chance to add real value through commercial insight, best practice, and problem-solving across a diverse project portfolio. Key Responsibilities of Senior Quantity Surveyor: * Manage commercial aspects of infrastructure projects across both pre- and post-contract stages * Administer contracts, particularly under NEC forms, ensuring compliance and effective change management * Support procurement processes, including preparation and evaluation of tender documentation (ITT) * Monitor project costs, forecasts, and risks, ensuring robust financial control and reporting * Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery * Contribute to value engineering and the development of innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions * Lead or support on project delivery, including mentoring and developing junior team members * Build and maintain strong client relationships, with opportunities to contribute to wider business development activities Experience Required for Senior Quantity Surveyor: * Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline * Working towards, or already holding, professional chartership (e.g. RICS or equivalent) * Experience administering NEC contracts and commercially managing infrastructure projects * Knowledge of standard methods of measurement, including Highways and CESMM * Strong understanding of procurement processes and tender documentation (including ITT preparation) * Good grasp of construction techniques and modern delivery methods * Ability to manage projects with a degree of autonomy * Proficient in Microsoft Office tools * Strong communication skills, with experience working across multiple teams and stakeholders * Interest in mentoring, client engagement, and contributing to business growth