Senior Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure
Location: Nottingham (Mixture of local office, home and client sites) | Permanent | Full time - with flexible working and core hours
Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are a Great Place to Work, putting people at the heart of everything we do.
Gleeds Infrastructure specialises in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in Renewables, Technology, Transport and Utilities. Our goal is to deliver infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy when well integrated into the physical, human, and economic environment. Whether it’s a rail link, wind farm, or flood defence barrier, the goal is to create tangible benefits for individuals, communities, and economies.
About the role
We are recruiting for an Executive Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to join our team and be a part of our ambitious growth plans for 2025. In this role you will provide pre and post contract and commercial management advice and partner with our customers. Typical responsibilities include:

Cost Management & Reporting – Overseeing budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring financial accuracy.
Contract Administration – Managing NEC & JCT contracts, handling valuations and payments.
Procurement & Supplier Engagement – Supporting tendering processes and ensuring value for money.
Commercial Assurance – Auditing projects, verifying estimates, and reviewing financial compliance.
Risk & Change Management – Identifying financial risks and managing compensation events.
Stakeholder Collaboration – Working closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
Software & Systems Expertise – Using tools like PRISM, CEMAR, Costx, and Viewpoint.
Main & Subcontractor Management – Overseeing project finances and ensuring compliance.
Account and client management – Managing day to day accounts and commissions ensuring effective delivery.
Line management – Managing and supporting junior staff through their learning and development journey.

What we are looking for

HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or related discipline.
Professional qualifications and/or membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or another relevant Chartered Institute (desirable).
Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management in the UK infrastructure sector.
Pre and post contract experience.
Previous line management experience.
Strong relationship building with clients.
Experience with managing NEC3/4 contracts.
A passion for infrastructure, sustainability and delivering great work.
Excellent communication skills.

What we can offer you

Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
Fantastic networking opportunities.
Generous holiday allowance plus option to purchase additional days.
Highly competitive salary.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Global travel scholarship programme.
Flexible working arrangements.
Volunteering opportunities.

About Gleeds
With over 75 offices across the globe, you become part of a truly global team. Our values are Professionalism with personality, Excellence with humility, Innovation with agility. We are an equal opportunities employer. We recognise the importance of work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.
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