Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor (Ambergate, Derby or Warrington, Cheshire)

£55,500 to £67,500 + up to 6% bonus + company car

• An additional role-specific allowance of £3,000, paid in monthly instalments

Ambergate, Derby or Warrington, Cheshire

Working pattern: Hybrid (on-site minimum 3 days a week)

Travel: Regular (national)

Location requirement: Based within a commutable distance of our site in Ambergate, Derby or Warrington, Cheshire

Some flexibility for home working may be available, where appropriate.

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

From early planning through to final handover, you’ll be right in the mix - owning cost management, driving value, and supporting delivery on site. You’ll partner closely with operational teams and stakeholders to manage risk, challenge costs and keep projects moving.

You’ll join National Gas Services (NGS), a specialist business delivering critical pipeline inspection, maintenance, repair and emergency response services across the UK and Ireland. With over 45 years’ experience, in-house expertise and a nationwide depot network, NGS provides a fast, end‑to‑end solution for gas transmission and distribution operators.

We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor with strong cost leadership and confident presentation skills, who thrives on variety, collaboration and making a visible impact.

What you'll be doing

• Working alongside Project Managers to support the commercial and contractual side of their projects
• Managing NEC contracts and helping teams apply them clearly and practically on site
• Keeping costs under control through forecasting, cost tracking and good commercial judgement
• Supporting tender reviews, contractor negotiations and contract awards
• Manage sub-contract work packages, including interim assessments and change management
• Stepping in to help resolve commercial issues or disputes when they come up
• Supporting risk management and making sure emerging risks are understood and recorded
• Producing clear, straightforward reports that help people make good decisions
• Spotting opportunities to improve how things are done and add value
• Keeping commercial and financial records accurate and up to date
• Supporting and mentoring other QS's and Junior QS's in the team

About you

You’ll be an experienced Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being close to delivery and part of a hands on project team. You’re comfortable with contracts, confident working with contractors, and practical in how you tackle issues. Organised, approachable and collaborative, you’re also happy sharing your experience and supporting others to grow.

Key requirements & experience

Essential

• Experience working as a QS within a construction or infrastructure environment
• A good working knowledge of NEC contracts, ideally NEC 3 & 4 (Options A, C and E)
• Experience managing costs, forecasts and commercial records across project delivery
• Confidence handling variations, compensation events and tender activity
• An understanding of risk management and commercial controls
• Clear communication skills and the ability to produce accurate, well-structured reports
• A collaborative team player, with the ability to provide commercial leadership and positively influence stakeholders
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience within utilities or large, regulated infrastructure projects
• RICS or CICES chartered (or working towards)
• A degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Experience mentoring or supporting other QS professionals

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Company car - subject to business mileage
• Double-match pension scheme (max. company contribution 12%)
• Generous holiday allowance (26/28 days + bank holidays)
• Flexible benefit scheme, inc. 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 such as maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Professional development opportunities inc. financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking workplace

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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