Job Description

Be at the heart of transforming the UK's energy infrastructure.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join our Capital Delivery team.
As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you'll oversee the day-to-day commercial and contractual management of a major infrastructure project, reporting directly into a Commercial Manager. We are looking for Commercial professionals with strong NEC contract knowledge, financial reporting expertise, and a solid understanding of procurement policy, all paired with a passion for delivering value. A collaborative approach, strong problem-solving capability, critical thinking, and excellent communication and negotiation skills will help you thrive in this role.
As these projects are in early stages of development, clear and concise communication is essential, alongside strong negotiation skills that will help uphold and strengthen key relationships on behalf of Cadent.
This role sits specifically within our Capital Expenditure Standard & Major Projects portfolio, which includes key programmes such as pipeline diversions, AGI rebuilds, and metering system upgrades. These projects are currently at various stages of estimation and design. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Commercial Professional to further develop their skillset by contributing to an exciting and innovative major infrastructure project.
This is a permanent role, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a blend of office, site, and home working. You'll travel between Cadent and Consultant Offices (West Midlands & London) with occasional site visits which may include the North West (North Wales, Greater Manchester, Lancashire), East Coast (Lincolnshire to Nottinghamshire), East Midlands (Nottingham, Leicester) or North London (Slough, Essex) - A Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
Why you'll love this role:

• Commercial Leadership - You will take ownership of contract administration, cost assurance, and change control processes.
• Supplier Collaboration - You will work with Suppliers to track performance, verify progress, and subsequently manage productivity & efficiency.
• Stakeholder Engagement - You will work closely with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Engineering and external delivery Partners to execute projects efficiently and deliver value on behalf of Cadent.
• Continuous Improvement - You will have the opportunity to create commercial strategies and contribute to process enhancements that drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Networking - You will have the opportunity to work with high profile, key stakeholders both internally and externally within both the Gas Distribution and Hydrogen Transportation spaces.

What you'll bring:
Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or equivalent in a Quantity Surveying or similar discipline.
• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying or Commercial roles in regulated environments within utilities, infrastructure, or construction.
• Expertise in NEC3/NEC4, ECC/PSC form of contract, in particular, Options A, C & E.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, cost assurance, regular & accurate forecasting, procurement regulations and financial governance.

Skills:

• Proficiency in financial/commercial systems (contract management, procurement and cost engineering)
• Must be able to produce detailed cost reports and forecasts to support proactive and effective decision-making.
• Ability to manage high volumes of change management referencing NEC4 Terms & Conditions, whilst also adhering to internal processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication/negotiation skills.
• Positive attitude for development and progression of competencies for the Project and Commercial Teams.

Ready to shape the future of energy?
Joining Cadent at this moment means becoming part of an organisation delivering some of the UK's most critical infrastructure while also evolving rapidly to support the country's transition to decarbonised energy. As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you'll work on complex and meaningful projects, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and grow alongside a supportive, forward-thinking team.
If you're motivated by making an impact, driving commercial excellence, and working on projects that genuinely matter - we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our journey!
Interviews will commence from Wednesday 18th February and will be held face to face.
Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.
At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!
We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What's In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that's why we're committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application - you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities - Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) - can't wait to welcome you!
What's next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at
Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.

Skills Required