Senior Quantity Surveyor (MEP/CSA) - Data Center Project

About the role

A leading engineering and construction contractor, known for complex mission-critical, pharmaceutical, industrial and infrastructure projects and for its hyperscale data centre work, is recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (MEP/CSA) for a major data centre project in Blyth. You will support financial performance from procurement through to final account, working with Project Managers, Package Managers, Commercial Managers and site teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of project delivery
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts and cost reports
• Lead subcontractor procurement, including tendering, analysis, negotiations and appointment
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations, payments and final accounts
• Monitor project costs and provide accurate commercial reporting
• Identify and manage project risks and commercial opportunities
• Support project managers and site teams with commercial advice and cost management
• Prepare and manage interim applications, valuations and final account submissions
• Ensure commercial documentation is complete and contractually compliant
• Attend commercial reviews, project meetings and stakeholder discussions
• Manage change control and variation processes
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and forecasting, and resolve commercial and contractual issues proactively

Required profile

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline
• 8+ years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role
• Strong experience delivering large-scale construction projects
• Proven background in cost control, procurement, forecasting and contract administration
• Experience in data centres, mission critical, industrial, pharmaceutical or major construction projects is advantageous
• MEP or CSA package experience is highly desirable

Required skills

• Knowledge of commercial management processes and construction contracts
• Negotiation and stakeholder management
• Strong financial and analytical capability
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams

The advertised salary is up to £85k plus package.