Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a world class engineering company providing products and services to meet the needs of their customers for engineered solutions to high temperature/thermal engineering problems. They are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for its Hinkley Point C project on a full time, permanent basis.
The Senior Quantity Surveyor role is pivotal to the site operations and comes with a base salary of £83 – £90,000, overtime, accommodation allowances, travel expenses, and 28 days annual leave + bank holidays.
If you’re a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that adaptably works around their employees needs, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties
- Lead and manage the commercial function from procurement through to final account.
- Work closely with the Senior Project Manager on day-to-day contract administration.
- Oversee variation processes, claims, and dispute resolution—NEC contract experience essential.
- Provide cost forecasts, monitor budgets, and manage project cash flow.
- Administer and manage valuations, applications, invoicing, and subcontractor account reviews.
- Maintain the risk register and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with the wider team.
- Proactively manage relationships with clients, legal advisors, contractors, and internal teams.
- Report on commercial KPIs and provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to corporate governance and project-specific contractual obligations.
- Provide expert contractual advice to minimise liabilities and support project compliance
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Professional chartership/membership preferred (e.g., RICS, CIOB).
- Experience in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, rail, or major civil engineering projects.
- In-depth knowledge of NEC3 contracts and construction law.
- Demonstrated ability to manage financial aspects, contract negotiations, and commercial risk.
- Experienced working in Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors is highly desirable.
Personal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving ability and decision-making skills.
- Effective under pressure, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Salary and benefits of the Senior Quantity Surveyor role
- Base salary ranging from £83,000 - £90,000 depending on experience
- Overtime opportunity
- Accommodation and travel allowances
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
