Quantity Surveyor

Job Specification – Quantity Surveyor

Location: Bowburn, County Durham
Sector: Civil Engineering – Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a commercial team delivering civil engineering projects within the water and wastewater infrastructure sector.

The successful candidate will support the commercial management of projects, ensuring effective cost control, accurate valuations and contractual compliance. Working closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors, project managers and site teams, you will help maximise commercial performance and contribute to the successful financial delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities

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Measure works completed on site and from drawings, preparing interim valuations and final accounts.

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Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities to improve profitability.

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Prepare cost value reconciliations (CVRs), subcontract liability reports and support project forecasting.

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Administer contracts and subcontracts in accordance with relevant conditions, including NEC and JCT.

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Manage variations, compensation events, dayworks and changes to project scope.

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Support subcontractor procurement, assess applications for payment and assist with payment notices and final account agreements.

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Ensure valuations are accurate and submitted on time to support effective cash flow management.

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Maintain accurate commercial records and supporting documentation for cost recovery and audit purposes.

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Work closely with Site Managers and project teams to monitor progress and assess commercial impacts.

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Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to maximise project income and resolve commercial issues.

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Support the achievement of project budgets, margins and financial targets.

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Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and reporting deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

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Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant qualification and experience.

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Approximately five years' experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role.

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Proven experience within construction or civil engineering.

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Sound understanding of civil engineering construction processes and procedures.

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Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contract conditions.

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Experience in measurement, valuation, cost control and subcontract management.

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Water, wastewater or infrastructure sector experience is desirable.

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Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

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Good commercial awareness and understanding of project costs and profitability.

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Effective communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

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Excellent written communication and professional telephone manner.

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Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.

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Proactive, organised and reliable, with a collaborative approach and commitment to professional development.

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Valid UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established commercial team delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will gain exposure to a varied portfolio of civil engineering works, work alongside experienced industry professionals and have the opportunity to develop your commercial expertise.

The ideal candidate will be commercially focused, detail-oriented and motivated to contribute to the successful financial and contractual delivery of projects.

Responsibilities may vary in line with business requirements while remaining consistent with the overall nature and level of the role