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Quantity Surveyor

Tetra Tech
Department:Consulting
Type:HYBRID
Region:Belfast, Northern Ireland
Location:Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Estimated Salary:£45,000 - £60,000
Skills:
QUANTITY SURVEYINGCOST MANAGEMENTNECJCTD&B CONTRACTSRISK MANAGEMENTPROCUREMENTCONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
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Job Description

Posted on: April 26, 2026

Join Tetra Tech’s Cost Consultancy team and play a leading role in delivering high-value, technically complex developments with a strong focus on innovation and carbon reduction. Purpose & Scope of the Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality cost consultancy across major projects, many exceeding £200m in value. Working across sectors such as Education, Healthcare and Infrastructure, you will provide expert advice on capital and whole-life costs while supporting sustainable, low-carbon outcomes. Based in Belfast, you will contribute across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage planning through to successful completion, working alongside experienced professionals and senior leadership. Your Impact in this Position You will lead and support the commercial delivery of complex projects, ensuring robust cost control, risk management and value optimisation. By collaborating closely with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams, you will help shape practical, innovative solutions. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior colleagues and strengthening client relationships through professional, service-focused delivery. Core Capabilities

  • Cost Management & Commercial Insight: Deliver accurate cost planning, budgeting and forecasting across project stages. Manage change, risk and procurement with confidence and precision
  • Contractual Expertise: Apply strong knowledge of NEC, JCT and bespoke D&B contracts. Ensure compliance and effective contract administration throughout delivery
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Build trusted relationships through clear communication and technical credibility. Represent projects professionally, promoting confidence at all levels
  • Collaboration & Leadership: Work effectively within multidisciplinary and virtual teams. Support, guide and motivate junior team members
  • Problem Solving & Technical Delivery: Provide practical solutions to complex commercial challenges. Use strong analytical, negotiation and IT skills to drive outcomes

Skills, Qualifications & Experience Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying (or similar), you will ideally be working towards or hold RICS membership. You bring experience across pre- and post-contract cost management, with strong commercial awareness and communication skills. Sector experience in Education or Healthcare is beneficial but not essential. Working Environment This role is based in Belfast with a hybrid working model. You can expect a mix of office, home and project-based work, typically 2–3 days in the office. Flexible working arrangements are supported to promote balance and productivity. About Tetra Tech Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems. In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role Additional Information

  • Organization: 787 TTI
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