Kenton Black
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
UNIQUE Infrastructure project
Bedfordshire
Up to £72,000 plus company package
The Opportunity
Kenton Black is working with a leading tier-one contractor within the infrastructure sector who is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a portfolio of local authority projects across Bedfordshire.
This is a key commercial role within a well-established infrastructure team, offering the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of civil engineering schemes while managing cost, risk, and stakeholder relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment at all times
- Prepare and negotiate subcontract documentation, including terms, pricing, and programmes
- Manage subcontract packages, including interim assessments and change control
- Issue commercial notices to clients and subcontractors in line with contract requirements
- Manage and assess change events, including compensation event quotations
- Produce, submit, and agree monthly applications in accordance with contract terms
- Work closely with operational and engineering teams to ensure accurate site records are maintained
- Prepare monthly reporting, including Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR), and maintain cost plans with accurate forecasting and tracking
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About You
- Strong understanding and experience working with NEC contracts
- Proficient in IT systems including Excel, Word, and commercial management platforms (e.g. CEMAR, Oracle)
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience within a commercial environment
- Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure projects or multiple smaller schemes
- CSCS card (relevant level)
- Excellent time management and commercial awareness
- Professional membership (e.g. MCIOB, MRICS) or working towards this (desirable)
The Client
Our client is a well-established principal contractor with a strong presence across the UK infrastructure sector. They have a robust pipeline of secured work and continue to grow through long-term framework agreements and high-profile project wins.
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They are known for delivering complex infrastructure schemes, maintaining strong relationships with local authorities, and investing in the development and wellbeing of their workforce.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Strong pipeline of secured work providing long-term stability
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Flexible and agile working arrangements where applicable
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
About the Sector
The infrastructure division continues to expand, delivering essential projects that support local communities, improve transport networks, and contribute to long-term sustainability goals. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and environmental responsibility, this is an excellent time to join a forward-thinking contractor in a growing market.
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