Lead Quantity Surveyor - Data Centre
We are partnered with a global construction consultancy, who are seeking an experienced Lead Quantity Surveyor to take on a Senior Leadership position on a high profile hyperscale Data Centre project in Belgium.
This is a senior leadership role combining strategic client management, technical cost expertise and team leadership within a fast paced, international consultancy environment.
Key Responsibilities - Lead Quantity Surveyor
Client Leadership & Business Development
- Act as the key account manager for strategic clients, building long term relationships based on trust and partnership
- Use business development skills to secure repeat work and new client opportunities
- Support Sales and Marketing initiatives and contribute to client proposals and bid submissions
- Develop a strong understanding of client business models and identify market opportunities
Project & Commercial Leadership
- Oversee multiple high value, complex projects across different time zones
- Lead the delivery of cost management services from pre-construction through cost planning and procurement
- Create and manage estimates, cost plans, QTOs and BoQs for major client developments
- Provide strategic cost advice to clients
Technical Cost Management
- Demonstrate high proficiency in CostX and databooks (or equivalent platforms such as Planswift, Cubicost, Candy or similar)
- Lead and review QTO production to ensure accuracy, consistency and quality
- Develop and implement QAQC Plans / Manuals to maintain best-in-class quality assurance
- Provide cost expertise across MEP packages, with a strong understanding of complex building services
- Support procurement strategies, including exposure to global project procurement
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, manage and mentor large, multi disciplinary cost management teams
- Foster high performance, professional development and engagement across the team
- Deliver training and knowledge sharing to leaders and team members
- Create a collaborative culture focused on quality, accountability and client value
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
- Manage multiple stakeholders across regions, disciplines and seniority levels
- Provide clear, accurate reporting to clients and internal leadership
- Ensure consistent delivery of high quality outputs aligned with client expectations
Experience Required - Lead Quantity Surveyor
- Minimum 10 years experience in cost management, with a strong focus on pre-construction works
- Consultancy background preferred, delivering large scale construction projects
- Proven experience on Data Centre and/or Life Sciences projects
- At least 4 years’ hands on experience using CostX (or equivalent cost management software)
- Strong leadership capability with experience building teams and leading a business unit or function
- Excellent understanding of MEP cost management
- Degree in Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline
- Chartered status (or actively working towards chartership)
- Strong commercial awareness and market understanding
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Location & Eligibility - Lead Quantity Surveyor
- Based in or willing to relocate to Farciennes, Belgium for a 2 year FTC
- European passport holder
Personal Attributes - Lead Quantity Surveyor
- Strategic, commercially minded leader with a client first mindset
- Highly organised and capable of managing competing priorities
- Confident operating at senior client and leadership level
- Thrives in a dynamic, international consultancy environment
Package Details / Benefits
This is an exceptional opportunity to play a key role in one of Europe’s most advanced construction programmes. You’ll join a diverse team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
In return, you’ll receive:
⦁ A competitive salary and benefits package
⦁ If relocating to Belgium, a fantastic package including flights, temporary accommodation and moving expenses (up to €2k).
⦁ The opportunity to work on a landmark Data Centre project
⦁ Career development and training support to grow your technical and leadership skills
⦁ 9% Pension contribution
⦁ 25 days holiday
⦁ Life Insurance
⦁ Healthcare scheme
All company and project details will remain confidential throughout the initial stages of the process.
If you’re a Senior/Lead QS or Lead Cost Manager ready to take the next step in your career, apply here or reach out directly to Kate Baxter on +44 7817 0666 29
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