At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cost plans and manage budgets for major airport infrastructure projects.
- Company: Global business enhancing operational efficiency at one of the UK's busiest airports.
- Benefits: Flexible working pattern, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diversity is celebrated; adjustments available for applicants needing support.
- Why this job: Influence high-profile infrastructure delivery and improve passenger experiences.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering/construction/business; RICS membership is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We’re hiring a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a global business to support delivery across a major Design Services Framework underpinning a multi‑year capital investment programme at one of the UK’s busiest airports. The framework is delivering projects that enhance operational efficiency, modernise critical infrastructure, and improve passenger experience as the airport continues to grow. This four‑year framework enables rapid deployment of design services across architectural, engineering, structural, baggage and fire disciplines. Projects include retail reconfigurations, taxiway rehabilitations, surface access improvements, forecourt management, property upgrades and automated baggage handling.
About the Role
- Lead cost plans, estimates and monthly reporting (AFC, ACWP, FFC).
- Manage budgets and validate costs using internal/external benchmarks.
- Administer NEC Option A/C/E contracts and purchase orders.
- Manage EWNs, PMIs, CEs and all contractual communications.
- Support procurement, tendering and pre‑tender estimates.
- Assess cost impacts of risks and opportunities.
- Drive project and financial close‑out.
- Mentor Assistant QSs and QSs within the programme.
Qualifications
- Degree in engineering/construction/business.
- RICS membership (desirable).
Required Skills
- Strong NEC contract administration experience.
- Proven QS delivery on projects £50m+.
- Skilled with Excel; SAP/Cemar desirable.
- Clear communicator, commercially sharp, resilient.
- Experience in regulated or operational environments beneficial.
If you’re a commercially driven QS or SQS ready to influence major infrastructure delivery within a high‑profile framework, let’s connect. Message me for a confidential conversation or apply directly. Candidates must have the existing right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Working pattern: 4 days per week on site initially.
Redfish promotes a culture where diversity is welcomed and celebrated. We embrace differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender, age, religion, sexuality and any other protected characteristic. We have an inclusive recruitment philosophy and will endeavour to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process.
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Design Services Framework (Major Airport Infrastructure) employer: REDFISH INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
As a leading name in Engineering and Design, we offer Civil Design Engineers the opportunity to work on diverse UK and international projects from vibrant locations like Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Manchester. Our flexible/hybrid working model, commitment to employee growth through chartership support, and a culture that values diversity and inclusivity make us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in civil engineering.
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