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Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Posted on May 20, 2026 by CV-Library
Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£60k - £70k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) – National Grid / Substations

Location: Stafford (with travel to Boston, Lincolnshire – 1–2 days per week)
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance + Healthcare + Bonus

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join a growing commercial team delivering multiple National Grid substation projects across the Midlands and East of England.

With 5–6 projects being mobilised simultaneously, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of key schemes within a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take a leading role in the commercial management of substation and infrastructure projects, supporting delivery from mobilisation through to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

* Full commercial management of projects across their lifecycle

* Leading on cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting

* Managing subcontractor procurement, administration, and performance

* Handling valuations, variations, and final accounts

* Managing cost-reimbursable project elements

* Supporting project setup, including subcontractor (“subbies”) engagement

* Liaising with clients (including National Grid) and internal stakeholders to manage approvals and commercial processes

Projects

* Key project based in Boston, Lincolnshire

* Additional project exposure in Ipswich

* Focus on National Grid substation works (HV / infrastructure)

* Hybrid working with 1–2 days per week on-site

What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor (or strong QS ready to step up)

* Background in:

* Utilities / Energy / National Grid

* HV / substation projects

* Civils or infrastructure

* Experience in M&E or complex builds (e.g. data centres) will be considered transferable

* Strong commercial leadership and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

* Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with multiple project start-ups

Package

* £60,000 – £70,000 base salary

* Car allowance

* Healthcare

* Bonus scheme

Why Apply?

* Work on critical National Grid infrastructure projects

* Take ownership of multiple live and upcoming schemes

* Join a team with a strong pipeline of secured work

* Clear progression and long-term career opportunities

To find out more, click apply now

Reference: 225007959

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CV-Library

Senior Quantity Surveyor

CV-Library

Posted on May 20, 2026 by CV-Library

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Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£60k - £70k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) – National Grid / Substations

Location: Stafford (with travel to Boston, Lincolnshire – 1–2 days per week)
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance + Healthcare + Bonus

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join a growing commercial team delivering multiple National Grid substation projects across the Midlands and East of England.

With 5–6 projects being mobilised simultaneously, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of key schemes within a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take a leading role in the commercial management of substation and infrastructure projects, supporting delivery from mobilisation through to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

* Full commercial management of projects across their lifecycle

* Leading on cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting

* Managing subcontractor procurement, administration, and performance

* Handling valuations, variations, and final accounts

* Managing cost-reimbursable project elements

* Supporting project setup, including subcontractor (“subbies”) engagement

* Liaising with clients (including National Grid) and internal stakeholders to manage approvals and commercial processes

Projects

* Key project based in Boston, Lincolnshire

* Additional project exposure in Ipswich

* Focus on National Grid substation works (HV / infrastructure)

* Hybrid working with 1–2 days per week on-site

What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor (or strong QS ready to step up)

* Background in:

* Utilities / Energy / National Grid

* HV / substation projects

* Civils or infrastructure

* Experience in M&E or complex builds (e.g. data centres) will be considered transferable

* Strong commercial leadership and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

* Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with multiple project start-ups

Package

* £60,000 – £70,000 base salary

* Car allowance

* Healthcare

* Bonus scheme

Why Apply?

* Work on critical National Grid infrastructure projects

* Take ownership of multiple live and upcoming schemes

* Join a team with a strong pipeline of secured work

* Clear progression and long-term career opportunities

To find out more, click apply now
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Reference: 225007959

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