Operating across sectors including water, energy, transport, and the built environment, the business delivers complex projects ranging from smaller reactive works through to large multi-million-pound infrastructure programmes. With a strong self-delivery model and long-standing client relationships, the company has built a reputation for quality delivery, technical expertise, and investing in its people.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor looking to join a stable and growing contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work and genuine long-term progression opportunities.
The Role
Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will play a key role in managing project costs, contractual obligations, subcontractor performance, and commercial reporting across a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
Projects typically range from £200k to £10m+ and include framework schemes, maintenance works, capital delivery projects, and emergency response works.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management
• Prepare accurate cost/value reporting and monthly CVRs
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, and cash flow performance
• Manage upstream applications, valuations, and final accounts
• Support change management, compensation events, and claims processes
Contracts & Procurement
• Administer NEC and IChemE forms of contract
• Manage subcontract agreements from procurement through to final account
• Maintain strong supply chain relationships and performance standards
• Ensure contractual compliance and commercial governance across projects
Reporting & Processes
• Produce regular commercial reports and forecasting updates
• Ensure internal commercial procedures and deadlines are maintained
• Contribute to process improvements and best practice initiatives across the business
About You
Essential
• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying role within civil engineering, utilities, infrastructure, or construction
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts (IChemE knowledge beneficial)
• Experience managing subcontractors and commercial reporting processes
• Good understanding of forecasting, cost control, and change management
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and commercial reporting tools
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project priorities
Desirable
• HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• MRICS or working towards professional accreditation
• Experience working for a self-delivery contractor
• CSCS Card
• Exposure to utilities, water, rail, or infrastructure frameworks
What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary package
• Company car or allowance
• Pension and life assurance
• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and utility projects across the UK
Salary description
£60000.00 - £75000.00 per year