Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager

Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager

Location: Stevenage (UKPN Framework Office)

Contract Type: Temporary / Contract

Start Date: 05 October 2026

Duration: Until 26 February 2027

Hours: 45 hours per week

Framework: UK Power Networks (UKPN)

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager to join their team based in Stevenage, supporting the delivery of projects across their UKPN framework. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional to manage multiple utility and infrastructure projects, ensuring robust commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of multiple projects valued between £1m and £4m.
• Oversee cost management, forecasting, valuations, and final accounts.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor project performance against budgets and financial targets.
• Manage change control procedures, compensation events, and variations.
• Provide accurate commercial reporting to senior management.
• Support project teams with cost advice and commercial guidance.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and implement mitigation strategies.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager within utilities, power, energy, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding and practical experience of NEC3 Option A & C contracts.
• Experience managing projects with values ranging from £1m to £4m.
• Excellent commercial acumen and contract administration skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on UK Power Networks (UKPN) contracts or frameworks.
• Background in power, electricity distribution, or network infrastructure projects.
• Professional membership or working towards a recognised commercial qualification (RICS/CICES or similar).

Summary

This role offers the opportunity to play a key commercial role within a leading utilities framework, supporting the successful delivery of infrastructure projects across the UKPN network from the client's Stevenage office. Candidates with strong NEC experience and a background in utilities or civil engineering environments are particularly encouraged to apply.

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