Mitie
Quantity Surveyor
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About the Role
The UK's transition to a cleaner, more resilient energy network is driving unprecedented investment in electricity infrastructure. At Mitie Power & Grid, we're delivering major projects that will help power the future of the UK, including grid connections, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, cable infrastructure, and network reinforcement works.
We're looking for a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Major Projects team and support the successful delivery of high-value infrastructure projects across the UK. Whether your experience comes from power, utilities, civil engineering, rail, highways, water, M&E, or the wider construction sector, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your commercial career in a business operating at the forefront of the energy transition. Working within a hybrid environment, you'll be part of a collaborative team supporting project delivery from pre-construction through to final account, gaining exposure to complex projects, experienced commercial professionals, and major UK infrastructure programmes.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of major projects throughout their lifecycle, helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. You will work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Planners, clients, and supply chain partners to manage costs, administer contracts, support change management, and maintain strong commercial controls. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop within a growing business and build a long-term career within the Power & Grid sector.
Main Duties
Commercial Management
- Support the commercial management of major infrastructure projects and work packages.
- Prepare and update project cost reports, forecasts, and cost plans.
- Assist in the production of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cash flow forecasts.
- Monitor project costs and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
- Support the delivery of project margin and cash collection targets.
Contract Administration
- Assist with the administration of NEC, JCT, FIDIC, and other forms of contract.
- Support change management processes including compensation events, variations, and change control.
- Prepare contractual correspondence and notices where required.
- Assist in the preparation and submission of client applications for payment.
- Support the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
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Supply Chain Management
- Support subcontractor procurement activities including tender enquiries and evaluations.
- Assist with the preparation and administration of subcontract agreements.
- Measure and value subcontract works.
- Review subcontractor applications, variations, and final accounts.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
Project Delivery Support
- Work closely with operational teams to ensure robust commercial controls are maintained.
- Attend project review meetings, site meetings, and client meetings.
- Assist in maintaining project records to support contractual entitlement.
- Contribute to risk management and commercial performance reviews.
- Support compliance with company governance and commercial procedures.
What we are looking for
- Experience in a Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, or similar commercial role within construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or energy sectors.
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost management principles.
- Experience supporting subcontractor management and procurement activities.
- Good contractual awareness and understanding of standard forms of contract.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to project locations as required.
Desirable
- Experience working under NEC, JCT, FIDIC, or similar forms of contract.
- Experience within infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy, power, or civil engineering projects.
- Knowledge of High Voltage (HV) electrical infrastructure, substations, cable installation, or battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Working towards or holding professional membership with RICS, CIOB, ICES, CICES, or another relevant professional institution.
- Relevant Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction, or Engineering qualification.
Why Join Mitie Power & Grid?
A Growing Industry with Long-Term Opportunities
- The energy sector is one of the UK's fastest-growing infrastructure markets, with significant investment planned for decades to come.
- Joining Mitie Power & Grid provides the opportunity to develop your career within a sector that is critical to the UK's future and offers excellent long-term prospects.
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Exciting Major Projects
- You'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects including: High Voltage substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Grid connection projects, Distribution and transmission infrastructure, Underground cable installations, Major civil engineering works.
Career Development
- We are committed to investing in our people and supporting career progression through mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to advance into Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Management roles.
Flexible Working
- We support a hybrid working model that balances collaboration, project delivery, and personal flexibility.
Collaborative Culture
- You'll work alongside experienced commercial and operational professionals in a supportive environment focused on learning, continuous improvement, and shared success.
Benefits
- Virtual GP: Access expert advice by video or phone without leaving your home.
- Financial Wellbeing: Assistance through our Salary Finance scheme, including access to 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee.
- Lifestyle Benefits: Purchase up to five extra days' holiday each year, buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment, or buy technology products at an affordable cost.
- Discounts: Access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms, and more through our MiDeals platform.
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Available for your convenience.
- Life Cover: Up to four times your salary.
- Pension: Enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
- Mitie Stars: Recognition for hard work with cash prizes and a chance to win a top prize of £10,000.
Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.
Since 1987, Mitie’s 84,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites, as well as hospitals and schools.
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