You will work Monday to Friday with a mix of office, site and home working. The role will involve regular travel between Cadent and consultant offices in the West Midlands and London, with occasional visits to project sites in the North West (North Wales, Greater Manchester, Lancashire) or the East Coast (Lincolnshire to Nottinghamshire). A full UK driving licence is essential.
This role supports Cadent's Hydrogen Major Projects, including HyNet and the East Coast Hydrogen Pipeline. As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you will oversee the day‑to‑day commercial and contractual management of major infrastructure projects, reporting into a Commercial Manager to ensure value, governance and control throughout the project lifecycle.
Why you'll love this role
* Commercial Leadership – take ownership of contract administration, cost assurance and change control processes on major infrastructure projects, ensuring strong governance and value throughout delivery.
* Supplier Collaboration – work closely with suppliers to track performance, verify progress and actively manage productivity and efficiency.
* Stakeholder Engagement – partner with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Engineering and external delivery partners to execute projects efficiently and deliver value on behalf of Cadent.
* Continuous Improvement – contribute to commercial strategies and process enhancements that improve efficiency, governance and customer satisfaction.
* Networking & Exposure – work with high‑profile internal and external stakeholders across Gas Distribution and Hydrogen Transportation environments, building strong professional relationships.
Qualifications & Experience
* Commercial & Quantity Surveying Expertise – degree‑qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, with proven experience in utilities, infrastructure or construction environments.
* NEC Contract Knowledge – strong expertise in NEC3 / NEC4, ECC / PSC forms of contract, particularly Options A, C and E, with confidence managing contract administration, cost assurance, forecasting and change control in line with governance requirements.
* Financial & Systems Capability – proficient in financial and commercial systems, including contract management, procurement and cost engineering tools, with the ability to produce detailed cost reports and forecasts to support proactive, informed decision‑making.
* Stakeholder & Supplier Management – excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage high volumes of change under NEC Terms & Conditions while maintaining strong internal and external relationships.
* Collaborative Mindset – a positive attitude and strong team‑working ethic, with a collaborative approach to problem solving, critical thinking and continuous improvement.
* Customer Focus – a genuine care for the customer, recognising the responsibility that comes with owning and operating the UK's largest gas distribution network.
* Development Focus – a proactive approach to personal development and the progression of capabilities across Project and Commercial teams.
Benefits
* 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
Disability Confident
Cadent is a Disability Confident employer. We generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
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