Job Description

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.


As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be responsible for delivering work driven by excellence - and doing the right thing. We have a reputation for working on some of the UK's most high-profile commissions across a wide range of projects and sectors, including infrastructure, education, corporate real estate, retail, residential, aviation, and healthcare. As well as building long-term, sustainable relationships with key clients, you'll also be a catalyst for your colleagues' career progression. We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on our varied project portfolio across the defence, residential, education, leisure & hospitality property sectors.

Your Purpose:

Lead and manage commercial aspects of commissions and/or projects including governance, fee management activities, internal job costings and resource requirements. Take a hands-on approach to manage the client relationship and service delivery on a project basis in conjunction with other colleagues. Work collaboratively with our project management, health & safety and building surveying teams in project delivery. Take the lead, set the pace, and monitor all work executed at all stages to ensure that an accurate, professional, and quality service is delivered to clients. Play a key role in generating repeat business and new business opportunities/market opportunities. Apply the principles of quality assurance and environmental management in compliance with the organisation's policies. Managing more junior colleagues, including undertaking performance and development reviews and mentoring/coaching less experienced colleagues. Supporting the client's procurement strategies. Site presence as required by specific project deliverables. Prepare Estimates/Cost Plans/Tender Documents/Tender Reports. Provide post contract Quantity Surveying services. Prepare data and reports to timescales in a format required by line management/clients.

What you can bring:

Qualified with a BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent). Chartered member of the RICS (or equivalent, desirable). Hold a broad contact and knowledge base of local markets and will be able to demonstrate a track record of supporting the generation of repeat and/or new business. Extensive experience with both public and private sector clients on major projects and a working knowledge of both JCT and NEC forms of contract. Experienced in preparation of Bills of Quantities using NRM 2 and other similar pricing documents. Commercially aware, work well as part of a team and demonstrate the people management skills to support and mentor where required. A knowledge and understanding of the component parts of a project and overall construction costs coupled with a competent knowledge of a range of project procurement options. Great interpersonal skills, an ability to communicate effectively (both internally and with Clients), and a willingness and determination to progress your career quickly. IT skills, such as Office, Outlook, BIM / CAD measure, Cost Planning software e.g., Cost-X. An ability to make your own informed decisions and work unsupervised. Full driving licence.

Why work for AtkinsRealis?

Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRealis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.


Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects - from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK.

Security clearance:

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 at interview. The 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, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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