Senior/Principal Estimator/Quantity Surveyor/Cost & Commercial Manager (CI&U - PMCM)

Senior/Principal Estimator/Quantity Surveyor/Cost & Commercial Manager (CI&U – PMCM)

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Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role… You will play a pivotal role in pre‑and post‑contract Quantity Surveying (QS) services to our clients – especially measurement, estimating, procurement and post‑contract commercial management of projects ranging in size and complexity.

YOUR TEAM You will join a diverse, growing team of Quantity Surveyors specialising in estimating and cost management, who work across multiple sectors including highways, structures, public realm, property and maritime. You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) – made up of approximately 400 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying/Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management and Project Controls services to deliver both Building and Infrastructure projects for public and private clients. You will be within one of our four groups – Civil Infrastructure and Utilities. For your information, our other groups within PMCM are Buildings, Programme Solutions, and Rail.

You will be based in one of our offices in MANCHESTER, BIRMINGHAM, TEESIDE, BRISTOL & GUILDFORD which are near public transport, and shops/local eateries. At WSP, you will get to work on iconic programmes and projects, plus develop and expand your career within a global company – one with international offices and access to reach back into our world‑class, worldwide teams and markets.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE

Essential

• MRICS or AssocRICS working towards MRICS.
• Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge, ability and experience with regard to estimating at various design stages, measurement/methods of measurement and digital tools, procurement and post contract administration.
• Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR
• Working knowledge/experience of NEC Contracts and other industry standard contract forms
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible approach to workload
• Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team
• Able to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
• Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations

Desirable

• Significant experience in cost analysis and benchmarking.
• Where applicable, have demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience in cost and/or commercial matters at senior level
• Have previous experience of working in our emerging sectors of water and energy.
• Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences
• Have an alternative, relevant, professional qualification or working towards (e.g. CICES, AcostE)
• Hold a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Professional Services