Lead Quantity Surveyor

National Grid plc; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national energy provider seeks a Lead Quantity Surveyor in Nottingham. You will lead major infrastructure projects within a commercial team, ensuring compliance with NEC4 ECC contracts. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong dispute resolution skills, and proven experience with large contracts. The company offers a competitive salary, a 15% annual bonus, a company car, extensive holiday options, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus of 15%

Company car

26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays

Double-match pension scheme

Flexible benefit scheme

Financial protection for long-term illness

Career progression and professional training

Free gym and exercise classes

Free parking

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (BSc).
• Experience with Main Works Contractors on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC4 ECC contract Options A, C, and E.
• Proven ability to manage contracts.
• Ability to lead and develop a high-performing commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for all commercial and contractual matters.
• Manage commercial performance and contractor relationships.
• Oversee construction spend, risk exposure, and value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare and review financial reports and commercial dashboards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Commercial dispute resolution

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying (BSc)

Chartered Member of RICS (MRICS)

Project Manager Accreditation

Tools

NEC4 ECC contracts

Job description

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and business to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

Join National Gas as our Lead Quantity Surveyor and play a pivotal role in delivering major Compressor projects that keep the nation’s energy flowing. This is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a real impact in a regulated, high‑profile environment.

As Lead Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be at the heart of our commercial and contractual operations within the Compressor portfolio. Your expertise will drive the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring they meet business objectives, regulatory requirements, and deliver value for money. You’ll lead a talented team, champion best practice, and foster collaborative relationships across the supply chain.

What you’ll be doing

• Acting as the subject matter expert for all commercial and contractual matters within the Compressor portfolio
• Leading the development and implementation of contract governance, commercial procedures, and policies
• Driving consistency and continuous improvement in contract administration and commercial controls
• Managing commercial performance, contractor relationships, and a team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors
• Overseeing construction spend, risk exposure, and value engineering opportunities
• Providing expert advice on NEC4 ECC contracts and dispute resolution
• Collaborating with Legal, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams to ensure alignment and compliance
• Leading cost planning, forecasting, and budget management across multiple projects
• Preparing and reviewing financial reports and commercial dashboards to support decision-making
• Promoting a culture of learning, development, and technical excellence within your team

About you

You’re a confident communicator and a natural leader, able to build trust‑based relationships and drive collaborative behaviours. Your analytical mindset and proactive approach mean you thrive in complex, fast‑paced environments.

Key requirements & experience

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (BSc).
• Experience working with Main Works Contractors on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC4 ECC contract Options A, C, and E
• Proven ability to manage contracts
• Ability to lead and develop a high‑performing commercial team
• Specialist skills in commercial dispute resolution and contract administration
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Project Manager Accreditation highly desirable
• Chartered Member of RICS (MRICS).

What we offer

• Annual bonus of 15% based on personal and company performance
• Company car
• 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays – option available to buy extra or sell days
• Double‑match pension scheme – for every £1 you put in, we’ll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
• Opt‑In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you’re unable to work due to long‑term illness or injury
• Excellent family friendly provisions – maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave
• Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
• Free gym and exercise classes, subsidised canteen and coffee shop onsite at our Warwick office
• Free parking

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.

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