At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage commercial performance of major energy infrastructure projects and support cost tracking.
- Company: Leading UK contractor in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, 27 days leave, private healthcare, and annual bonus.
- Other info: Long-term work secured with a flagship National Grid framework.
- Why this job: Join a significant energy programme and develop your career with clear progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil engineering or utilities, strong numerical skills, and knowledge of NEC contracts.
I am currently representing a leading UK main contractor with a strong presence in the energy and infrastructure sectors, who are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of a major National Grid framework across Yorkshire. This is a long-term programme of works focused on critical upgrades to the high-voltage power network. The project scope is varied and technically engaging, encompassing extensive earthworks, construction of multiple small civil structures, and upgrades to key elements of the transmission infrastructure.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will form part of an established commercial team, working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor and Managing Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial performance of defined work packages across the framework. Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the commercial management of projects delivered under the NEC suite of contracts
- Cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting against project budgets
- Assisting with the preparation and submission of compensation events and variations
- Subcontract procurement, valuation, and payment administration
- Measurement, interim applications, and contribution to final accounts
- Working closely with site teams and planners to ensure commercial controls align with programme delivery
About You
Suitable candidates are likely to demonstrate:
- Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, or utilities
- A solid working knowledge of NEC contracts, with a desire to deepen technical and contractual expertise
- Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial skills
- A collaborative approach and the confidence to engage with operational and commercial stakeholders
- Experience across earthworks, structures, utilities, or power-related projects (advantageous but not essential)
- Residence within a reasonable commuting distance of York or Leeds
The Package
The contractor is offering a competitive and well-rounded employment package, including:
- Competitive starting salary of £48,000 to £58,000
- £6,000 car allowance or company car
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension contribution
- Private healthcare
- Annual bonus
- Long-term work secured through a flagship National Grid framework
Why Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to develop your career within a blue-chip contractor, working on a nationally significant energy infrastructure programme. You will benefit from long-term stability, exposure to complex NEC-based projects, and clear progression routes within a supportive commercial structure.
For further details or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
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Join a leading UK main contractor renowned for its commitment to the energy and infrastructure sectors, where you will thrive in a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a competitive salary package, including a generous car allowance and private healthcare, this role as a Quantity Surveyor offers long-term stability and the chance to work on nationally significant projects that enhance your professional skills and career trajectory in a supportive environment.
