Senior Quantity Surveyor

Company Severfield Nuclear & Infrastructure Limited
Location name Sellafield Seascale Cumbria CA20 1PG

Contract Type Permanent
Career Level E
Contract weekly hours 37.5 Hours per Week
Posting End Date 6 Jul 2026
Job number SUKIE
00731

Senior Quantity Surveyor based at our Sellafield Westlakes site.

In this role, you will take the lead on commercial and contractual management of Client‑facing contracts in addition to a range of subcontract packages, including steel erection, cladding and metal decking. You’ll be responsible for managing cost control, monitoring commercial performance, and ensuring accurate and timely cost/value reporting and cash‑flow forecasting.

To succeed, you’ll need strong contractual awareness with a solid understanding of NEC3/NEC4, particularly Options A and C, alongside experience using standard methods of measurement.

• Manage commercial and financial aspects of live contracts and subcontract packages.
• Oversee cost reporting, forecasting and CVR processes.
• Timely and effective change management and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with NEC3/NEC4 (Options A &
  
  C) and relevant measurement standards.
• Manage subcontractor payments, variations and compensation events.
• Support project teams with contractual advice and commercial leadership.
• Maintain accurate commercial documentation and audit‑ready records.
• Contribute to risk management, cost control and project performance reporting.

• Significant experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• Proven experience managing and controlling projects within nuclear and/or defence sectors.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts (Options A &
  
  C).
• Familiarity with standard methods of measurement.
• Preferably, detailed knowledge of the structural steel industry and its technical requirements.
• Excellent communication, analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi‑disciplinary team.

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith.