Job Description

Overview

Become a vital member of our Buildings and Places team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's equally while delivering excellence together.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will lead cost management delivery on medium to large projects, acting as the primary commercial contact for clients. The role requires strong technical ability, leadership of junior staff, and the capability to manage complex pre‑ and post‑contract activities while ensuring high-quality delivery.

Your role

Lead full pre‑contract and post‑contract cost management servicesDevelop detailed cost plans, estimates and procurement strategiesManage complex tendering processes and undertake negotiationsLead change control, risk management, cost assurance and reportingProvide strategic commercial advice to clients and senior stakeholdersLead value engineering and cost optimisation workshopsOversee valuations, financial statements and final accountsManage multiple projects or major packages concurrentlyMentor, coach and support QS and AQS colleaguesContribute to bids, proposals and business development initiativesEnsure compliance with internal governance and professional standardsWork closely with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and to provide expert advice on cost-related issues.About you

Degree in Quantity Surveying; chartership (RICS) desirableBased in the Manchester office 3 days a weekExtensive experience delivering cost management servicesStrong technical capability and understanding of wider project lifecycleProven experience interfacing directly with clientsAbility to manage and mentor junior staffExcellent communication and problem-solving skills

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. 

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeRegular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.