Senior Quantity Surveyor Job at Durham, County Durham Full Time

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Durham 65,000- 70,000

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a trusted RICS Chartered Quantity Surveying practice delivering NEC4 projects across nuclear, renewables, water, process, and infrastructure sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile schemes while developing your expertise in NEC4 contract delivery.

The Role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll act as a trusted advisor, providing strategic commercial guidance and managing contract and commercial matters. You will work closely with delivery teams, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure project objectives are achieved. This is a hands-on role at the heart of project delivery, offering the opportunity to identify creative solutions and drive process improvements.

About You

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Engineering (HNC/HND considered)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business travel
• Commercially astute, client-focused, and confident in promoting collaboration and accountability
• Professional membership (or working towards) with RICS, CIPS, or ICE preferred
• Strong understanding of NEC4 contracts and contract strategies (or similar forms)
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Comfortable working collaboratively on-site with project teams

Benefits

• 5,775 flexible allowance, bonus scheme up to 10%, enhanced family leave
• Rest & Recharge perks: exclusive holiday lodge, training and resilience retreat, 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) with buy/sell options
• Matched pension contributions up to 8%, private medical insurance, and health cash plan
• Career development support including NEC4 accredited training, expert-led sessions, and tailored leadership pathways

Why Join?
Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team delivering meaningful projects across the region. This role offers genuine progression, industry-leading NEC4 development, and the opportunity to support major infrastructure and regeneration programmes.

Apply Now
Take the next step in your career and join a team shaping the future of NEC4 collaborative project delivery.

• Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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  Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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