Senior Quantity Surveyor

We’re supporting a growing energy developer delivering grid-scale BESS and energy infrastructure projects across the UK.

They’re looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of the commercial and contractual governance across construction works, with a particular focus on Balance of Plant (BoP) and supplier contracts.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who is confident operating on the employer side
, is comfortable challenging claims, and understands how to protect value on complex, funder‑backed projects.

You’ll act as the commercial lead across live construction projects, with responsibility for:

• Commercial and contractual management of BoP and related works
• Rigorous assessment and defence of contractor EOT and cost claims
• Administering contracts strictly in line with agreed terms (FIDIC Yellow Book based)
• Preparing clear, evidence‑led responses and determinations
• Working closely with project and planning teams on programme and delay matters
• Maintaining strong commercial reporting, audit trails, and funder‑facing governance
• Supporting robust cost forecasting from development through to construction and handover

This role suits someone who is commercially tough but professional
, and who is comfortable saying no when the contract supports it.

• Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager on infrastructure or energy projects
• Strong working knowledge of FIDIC Yellow Book (ideally amended / employer‑friendly forms)
• Experience dealing with claims, EOTs, and contractor challenges
• Comfortable working in debt‑funded or investor‑scrutinised environments
• Naturally detail‑driven, organised, and evidence‑focused
• Confident operating with senior internal and external stakeholders

Experience across BESS, substations, HV works, utilities, or complex BoP scopes is highly desirable.

• Genuine ownership of the commercial function on live energy projects
• High‑impact role with visibility across delivery and investment stakeholders
• Opportunity to work in a fast‑growing part of the energy transition
• A business that values disciplined, contract‑led delivery

If you’re a QS who enjoys protecting the employer’s position
, challenging weak claims, and working on technically interesting energy infrastructure, this one’s worth a conversation.