Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Sizewell, Suffolk Division: HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) Reports to: Commercial Manager Direct Reports: Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Join a Leading Contractor Specialising in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team based in Ipswich. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of commercial management across a portfolio of specialist HDD projects, providing both upstream and downstream commercial leadership. You will report directly to the Commercial Manager and oversee a small team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors, playing a key role in the commercial success of complex infrastructure and utility projects. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of commercial administration and contract management across live HDD projects Support pre-construction and tendering activities during ECI/feasibility stages Ensure timely and compliant submission of notices, variations, and all other contractual documentation Identify and manage project risks and opportunities to protect project margins Prepare and submit accurate applications for payment, including substantiation of Compensation Events (CEs) and variations Lead negotiation and resolution of CEs, claims, and final accounts Oversee subcontract procurement, negotiation, documentation, and account management through to final agreement Produce accurate cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reports Monitor and report on project financial performance, margin, WIP, revenue, and cost projections Liaise closely with project teams to ensure accurate understanding of delivery, procurement, design, and programme status Ensure proper record-keeping is maintained for contract compliance Provide commercial leadership to junior team members and develop their capabilities Support wider commercial team and perform any other duties required by the Commercial Manager Skills & Experience Required Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management Strong working knowledge of standard forms of contract (FIDIC, NEC, etc.) Proven experience in managing commercial aspects of infrastructure or HDD projects Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Excellent commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong time management and organisational skills, able to meet tight deadlines Leadership experience managing junior commercial staff What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional growth and career development Dynamic working environment on technically interesting and high-value projects Supportive and collaborative team culture Apply Now To express interest in this opportunity, please send an up-to-date Word version of your CV along with your mobile contact number to: RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy