Junior Quantity Surveyor
National Gas£44,642 to £49,894 + up to 6% bonus
Location: Birmingham
Working pattern: Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office/on site
Travel: When not based at the Birmingham site, regular travel across the Midlands and Wales (West region) will be required
Location requirement: Must be based within reasonable travelling distance of Birmingham
About us
At National Gas, the work we do matters.
As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future.
Join us and help secure Britain's energy.
About the role
Join National Gas Services as a Junior Quantity Surveyor and help deliver infrastructure projects that make a real difference across the UK and Ireland.
Working with experienced project and commercial teams, you'll support the successful delivery of projects through effective cost management, contract administration, risk management, and commercial oversight.
Why this role matters
National Gas Services delivers inspection, maintenance, repair, emergency response, and infrastructure projects across a diverse portfolio of customers and assets. Behind every successful project is a strong commercial foundation that helps ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently, and with maximum value.
As a Junior Quantity Surveyor, you'll play an important part in that success. You'll gain exposure to a variety of infrastructure projects, develop your commercial expertise, and work closely with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders. If you're looking to build a career where you can grow professionally while contributing to projects that have a genuine impact, this could be the role for you.
What you'll be doing
- Supporting the commercial and contractual management of infrastructure projects
- Managing commercial activities on allocated contracts while contributing across a wider portfolio
- Monitoring project expenditure, validating payment applications, and preparing payment certificates
- Supporting risk management activities and maintaining project risk registers alongside project managers
- Producing commercial reports, meeting records, and supporting project documentation
- Assisting with tender evaluations, supplier engagement, and contract negotiations
- Supporting dispute resolution activities through the collation and review of commercial information
What you'll bring
- Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Quantity Surveying, or currently working towards a Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent professional qualification
- Knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, including Options A, C, and E
- Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
- Commercial awareness and understanding of supply chain management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Full UK driving licence
- Utilities sector experience
- Associate membership of RICS (AssocRICS)
- Experience supporting contract management activities
- Understanding of project management, scheduling, and cost control principles
- Experience supporting tender evaluations and commercial reviews
What we offer
- Market-leading double-match pension (up to 12% company contribution)
- Annual performance bonus up to 6%
- Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme
- 26 days holiday (plus statutory holidays)
- 10x salary life assurance and income protection
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and technology options
- Family-friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities
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