Projects will include but not be limited to working on: water main replacements, truck mains, pumping stations, sewer rehab, wastewater network improvements, pipeline renewals and other capital works.
London office locations include: Esher, Rickmansworth and Sidcup
Responsibilities
Lead valuations, contract administration and change management across a portfolio of projects.
You'll be responsible for maximising value through applications for payment, variations and change events, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely and fully supported.
Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide commercial guidance, manage disputes and support robust cashflow, certification and payment processes.
Driving commercial performance through effective cost and value management.
You'll oversee commercial reporting, CVRs, WIP, accruals and forecasting, ensuring alignment between project costs, contract value and margin performance.
You'll also manage subcontract administration, build strong supply chain relationships and identify opportunities to maximise commercial recovery across your projects.
As a senior member of the team, you'll promote best practice, support monthly reporting and provide leadership and development to commercial colleagues.
You'll maintain accurate records, contractual notices and risk registers, ensuring compliance and strong governance while providing valuable insight into project risks, opportunities and overall performance.Skills/experience/qualifications
Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction or infrastructure sector.
Strong understanding of commercial processes, cost management and contract administration.
Working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.
Strong numerical, analytical and financial reporting skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial management systems.
Experience supporting subcontract management and supply chain activities.
Ability to identify, manage and escalate commercial risks and opportunities.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence to challenge when required
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable: previous experience working with Thames Water / water utility companies
Benefits
Basic salary circa £75-85k
Contributory pension scheme
Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Employee assistance programme
Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts
Life assurance
Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes
Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave
Reward and recognition scheme
Recommend a friend - get rewarded for introducing people
Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
Salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme
Private health care - family cover
Health Care Cash Plan
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Discretionary bonus scheme
Salary description
£75000.00 - £85000.00 per year