Business Manager – Commercial and PMO (Managing Quantity Surveyor – Transmission & Renewables)
Across the infrastructure sector there is a growing need to maintain, renew and reimagine assets. This contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute to essential energy infrastructure projects while working in a safety‑led, collaborative and professional environment.
The Assignment
An established infrastructure delivery organisation is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor (Contract) to provide commercial leadership on high‑value overhead line (OHL) transmission projects. The role sits within a Transmission & Renewables delivery team, supporting the design, construction and commissioning of high‑voltage substations and transmission networks up to 400 kV. This is a hybrid contract role with a site presence required in North Wales and travel to project sites as needed.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading all commercial and cost management activities across multiple transmission sites
* Managing subcontractor procurement, payments, valuations and final accounts
* Administering contracts in line with FIDIC forms of contract
* Preparing and submitting commercial reports, forecasts and cost value reconciliations
* Identifying, pricing and managing variations, compensation events, claims and delay impacts
* Supporting the preparation and negotiation of claims and commercial settlements
* Managing project risk and ensuring robust commercial governance and documentation
* Working closely with site teams, engineers, planners and finance functions to maintain programme and cost control
* Ensuring compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management role within infrastructure, utilities or energy projects
* Strong working knowledge of FIDIC contracts and associated commercial strategies
* Experience managing subcontractor packages on major civil or electrical works
* Confident communicator with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
* High level of competence with Excel and standard reporting tools
* Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent experience)
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site locations
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Supply Chain, Engineering and Strategy/Planning
Industries: Engineering Services, Services for Renewable Energy, Electric Power Transmission, Control and Distribution
Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
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