Project Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Manage budgets, contracts, cost forecasting, and commercial insight for engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• budget management
• cost forecasting
• contract administration
• pricing negotiation
• risk identification
• commercial insight

Tasks

You’ll manage budgets, administer contracts, forecast costs, and provide commercial insight that helps projects deliver safely, compliantly, and profitably. Collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders, you’ll ensure risks are managed, opportunities are maximised, and costs are controlled without compromising on quality. As Project Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be central to the commercial success of major engineering projects. This role reports into the Commercial Director and offers the chance to play a vital part in projects that genuinely push the boundaries of engineering. -Provide stakeholders with clear updates on budgets and commercial performance -Collaborate with technical teams to deliver cost-effective solutions -Forecast future costs and provide accurate commercial insight -Negotiate pricing and support change control processes -Review and administer contracts, ensuring compliance and managing variations -Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options to drive efficiencies -Develop and maintain project budgets, track spend, and prepare cost reports

Requirements

• commercial
• nec
• analytical
• software
• quantity surveying
• communication

What You Bring

-Commercial experience in engineering or large structural projects (defence, nuclear, bridges, infrastructure etc.) -Experience with NEC and JCT contracts (NEC experience is particularly valued) -Strong analytical skills with an understanding of construction/engineering practices -Proficiency in relevant software and project management tools -Degree in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or Engineering (or equivalent experience) -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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Benefits

Flexible start and finish times around core hours

About Connected Engineering

-Founded in Sheffield, Connected Search Group has grown from regional roots to serve engineering recruitment across the UK. -Partners with businesses ranging from startups to industry leaders, focusing on high‑impact engineering hires. -Operates across sectors including manufacturing, aerospace, rail, energy, automotive and construction talent pipelines. -Delivers tailored recruitment solutions—from graduate apprenticeships to executive leadership placements. -Combines deep local insight with a UK‑wide network to support ‘Made in Sheffield’ innovation. -Typical projects include sourcing engineers for advanced manufacturing, rail infrastructure, energy systems, automotive firms and construction firms. -Despite being focused on recruitment rather than engineering design, their niche expertise bridges technical roles with organisational needs. -Notable for its commitment to regional identity while scaling its reach across the UK engineering sector.

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