Quantity Surveyor

Our Commercial Team, supporting the successful United Utilities account, is looking for a motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join us. In this role, you will support the delivery of commercial and contractual duties, work closely with operational teams, and ensure full compliance with Avove’s values and processes. Your focus will be on maximising recovery of contractual entitlement and contributing to the successful delivery of each project.
What will your day look like…
* Carry out financial monitoring and reporting for assigned contracts.
* Assist in establishing suitable construction contracts with clients to meet procurement needs.
* Prepare accurate financial statements for assigned contracts.
* Ensure proper administration of contract requirements, including all variations and changes to the works.
* Assist with commercial close‑out, maintaining contemporary records to support claims, extensions of time, and variation evaluations.
* Manage the appointment and ongoing management of subcontractors, including payment applications and final accounts.
* Ensure prompt submission of invoices and/or applications for payment to clients.
* Support Business Development by providing information for PQQs and tenders.
About you…
* HNC or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying.
* Degree qualification or progress toward RICS (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential
* Clean driving licence.
* Ability to work effectively within a delivery‑focused team.
* Experience managing NEC3 or NEC4 contracts, including target cost, fixed price and cost‑reimbursable mechanisms.
* Strong commercial background with the ambition to take the next step in your career.
What’s in it for you…
* 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company Car/Allowance
* Company pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
* Avove Discount Scheme
* Family friendly policies
* A selection of lifestyle benefit options
* Financial wellbeing programme
* Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
* We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.
About Avove...
Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities.
We are an equal opportunities employer...
At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Join us—and take the next step toward a rewarding and inclusive career