Senior Quantity Surveyor

Shape the highways of tomorrow.

Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you’ll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It’s about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together.

Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what’s important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work.

We are looking for a well‑rounded Senior Quantity Surveyor with pre‑ and post‑contract experience on infrastructure projects in any of the following sectors:

• Highways (National or Local Transport)
• Rail
• Energy (Nuclear, renewables, carbon capture)
• Utilities (Water, communication, etc.)
• MOD
• Aviation

We do not expect applicants to be experts in all areas of quantity surveying but have a drive to elevate their career and meet some of the prerequisites. If you believe you have the experience of a senior quantity surveyor and want to develop your skills by delivering projects for our clients and adding value through best practice and problem solving, then a career within our complex infrastructure commercial & procurement discipline of Atkins

Réalis Project & Programme Services team could be the place for you.

• Have a quantity surveying or commercial degree or equivalent qualification. Be working towards a recognised chartership.
• Experience in administering the NEC suite of contracts. Experience in commercially managing infrastructure projects within at least one sector.
• Have good knowledge of the standard methods of measurement – Highways and CESMM. Have a good understanding of procurement documents required in the preparation of an ITT.
• Have a good understanding of construction techniques and technology. Experienced in managing medium‑size projects with little supervision. Experience in the use of the full suite of Microsoft software.
• Have good written and oral communication skills. Proven record in working within multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Have a natural curiosity for developing innovative, sustainable and cost‑effective solutions for our clients.
• Experience in compiling the full suite of ITT documents. Experience in project and technical leadership. Mentoring and coaching junior staff. Proven record of developing client relationships. An interest in business and account management.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards, and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you  vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV any details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.