Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract) in Wales, Wrexham

An established UK infrastructure and highways business is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major long-term highways asset maintenance contract across Cheshire West and Chester. This is a key commercial position offering responsibility for a varied portfolio of highways maintenance and improvement schemes.

You will work closely with the operational and commercial teams, taking ownership of cost management, change control, claims and final accounts throughout the contract lifecycle. The position would suit a commercially confident Senior Quantity Surveyor with NEC contract experience and a background in highways, civil engineering or infrastructure maintenance. Experience of resolving historic claims and bringing accounts to an efficient commercial close would be particularly valuable.

The role offers hybrid working, typically involving approximately three days per week from the Chester office or across the contract, with flexibility for home working during the remainder of the week. Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience.

• Company car or car allowance
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 10%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance at four times basic salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership across the contract from pre-construction and procurement through to delivery and final account:

• Managing budgets, forecasts, cash flow and commercial reporting
• Identifying and controlling commercial risks and opportunities
• Managing change, compensation events and contractual notices
• Preparing, negotiating and closing claims and final accounts
• Supporting procurement and the commercial management of subcontractors
• Ensuring accurate cost capture and robust financial controls
• Providing commercial advice to operational and senior management teams
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Quantity Surveyor with a background in highways maintenance, highways construction, civil engineering or infrastructure is required. Experience managing claims, compensation events and final accounts, along with strong commercial reporting, forecasting and cost-management skills is essential. A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is also necessary.

You will need to live within a reasonable commuting distance of Chester and be comfortable attending the office or contract locations approximately three days per week. This is an opportunity to join a respected, people-focused infrastructure business with a strong presence across the UK highways sector. You will work on an important long-term asset maintenance contract, with genuine responsibility, visibility and scope to develop your career further.

Interviews are being arranged via Microsoft Teams initially. If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor with highways or infrastructure experience, please apply with your current CV for a confidential discussion.