Quantity Surveyor jobs in Preston

x4 Quantity Surveyor - NEC4

£55,744 to £70,000 + £3,000 annual market supplement

UK, Hybrid (mix of home, office and site working)

Based out of nearest main office (Warwick, Warrington, Nottingham, Bristol, Aberdeen, Livingston or Peterborough).

About us

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

Are you ready to elevate your career and make a real impact? We’re looking for a proactive and commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join our team delivering high-profile, large-scale infrastructure projects.

If you have strong experience with NEC4, thrive in a Main Works Contractor environment, and enjoy the challenge of accurate forecasting and cost control, this is your opportunity to grow within a dynamic and supportive team.

You’ll be backed by a highly supportive Manager and Director who are committed to your development, and you’ll have access to ongoing professional growth opportunities while working on some of the most exciting projects in the sector.

What you'll be doing

• NEC4 Contract Management: Administer and manage contracts under NEC4 Option A, C and E, ensuring compliance and value delivery.
• Forecasting & Financial Control: Lead cost forecasting, budget tracking, and commercial reporting to support project delivery.
• Main Contractor Collaboration: Work closely with delivery teams to manage contractor relationships and ensure commercial alignment.
• Risk & Change Management: Maintain risk registers, manage change control, and support dispute resolution.
• Mentorship & Teamwork: Share your knowledge with junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

About you

You’re a confident communicator with a sharp commercial mind and a hands-on approach. You bring solid experience in NEC4 and thrive in fast-paced, contractor-led environments. You’re passionate about delivering quality outcomes and supporting others to succeed.

Key requirements & experience

Essential:

• Degree qualified preferably in Quantity Surveying (BSc).
• Experience working with Main Works Contractors on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC4 Option A, C and E.
• Proven ability to manage contracts.

Desirable:

• Chartered Member of RICS (MRICS).

What we offer

• Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance
• 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
• Overtime at x1.5 normal and then x2 on Sunday
• Double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
• Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
• Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave
• Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.

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