Senior Quantity Surveyor

Southern Water Brighton, England May 26, 2026

Type Contract
Pay Not listed
Work Hybrid
Level Senior

Senior Quantity Surveyor focuses on act as a key commercial partner, providing expert advice on cost management, procurement, and contractual strategy.

What the role involves

  • Act as a key commercial partner, providing expert advice on cost management, procurement, and contractual strategy.
  • Supporting the full commercial lifecycle—from feasibility and procurement through to change control and dispute resolution.
  • Ensure governance, compliance, and control across all commercial activity.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and contractors to set realistic cost targets and contractual terms.
  • Driving continuous improvement in managing commercial risk and delivering value for customers and stakeholders.

Skills and requirements

  • Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial strategy (pre- and post-contract).
  • Ability to influence stakeholders and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Relevant qualification in construction or quantity surveying.
  • Demonstrable experience in commercial management on large-scale infrastructure, utility, or construction projects.

Confirmed role details

  • Falmer, hybrid working.

Candidate fit

  • commercial judgement, accuracy, contract awareness, and careful cost control
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