Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Linear Recruitment Ltd
  • Colchester, Essex
  • Apr 10, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor Infrastructure

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing project team in Suffolk, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure works.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile schemes within a well-established business that continues to expand across the UK, particularly in projects supporting long-term infrastructure resilience and the transition to net zero.

The Role

You ll be a key member of a dedicated site team, taking responsibility for the commercial management and contractual administration of projects. Working closely with both clients and subcontractors, you ll play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing subcontract procurement, negotiation and administration
  • Overseeing subcontract packages, valuations and change control
  • Preparing and submitting applications for payment
  • Issuing contractual notices in line with contract requirements
  • Managing compensation events and variations
  • Producing CVRs, cost plans and forecasts
  • Supporting project teams with accurate commercial reporting
  • Attending client and subcontractor meetings to drive progress and mitigate risk

About You

  • Experience as a Quantity Surveyor/Senior QS within infrastructure or construction
  • Strong understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC)
  • Commercially astute with excellent negotiation skills
  • Confident managing stakeholders at all levels
  • Proficient in Excel and cost management systems (e.g. CEMAR, Oracle)
  • Degree qualified (or equivalent experience)
  • Professional membership (MRICS/MCIOB) desirable or in progress

What s in It for You?

  • Work on major, high-value UK infrastructure projects
  • Substinence package available
  • Join a growing and stable organisation with a strong pipeline of work
  • Clear career progression and development opportunities
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Flexible working arrangements where possible
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment