Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water Sector | Infrastructure Projects
Location: South East England (project-based)
Salary: Up to £85,000 + full benefits package (DOE)
Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid/flexible working where applicable
The Opportunity
Join a leading infrastructure contractor as a Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting a major UK pipeline programme. This is a high-impact role where you'll take ownership of commercial performance across complex civil engineering works, working closely with project leadership to drive profitability, manage risk and deliver successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage contract administration across NEC3/NEC4 Option C contracts
- Act as the key commercial contact for system subcontractors
- Provide clear advice on contractual and commercial issues
- Ensure full commercial compliance, protecting company position at all times
- Report subcontract status and risks to the Commercial Manager
- Support pricing and negotiation of variations across multiple disciplines (not limited to M&E)
- Lead cost control activities and monitor project financial performance
- Prepare monthly cost/value reports, WIP reports and financial forecasts
- Contribute to procurement, tendering and subcontract lifecycle management
- Measure quantities and support preparation of final accounts
- Manage delegated budgets, contracts and resources to ensure value for money
- Maintain compliance with company policies, including HSEQ and sustainability
About You
- BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
- Strong NEC3 or NEC4 (Option C) contract experience
- Proven commercial management experience on infrastructure or civil engineering projects
- Confident negotiator with strong stakeholder management skills
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
The Project
You'll be working on a flagship UK infrastructure programme designed to improve water resilience-transferring water from surplus to deficit regions and supporting long-term environmental sustainability.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £85,000 + package (or open to contractors)
- Enhanced pension and benefits package
- Flexible working and generous annual leave
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
- Opportunity to work on major, high-profile infrastructure projects
- Strong focus on employee wellbeing (mental & physical health support)
Apply Now
If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor with NEC experience looking to take the lead on a major infrastructure programme, apply today.
Desired Skills and Experience
Quantity Surveying
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Commercial Management
NEC3 / NEC4 Contracts (Option C)
Contract Administration
Cost Control & Cost Management
Infrastructure Projects
Water Sector / Utilities
Subcontractor Management
Procurement & Tendering
Variations & Change Management
Final Accounts
Risk Management
Financial Reporting & Forecasting
Value Engineering
Stakeholder Management
Negotiation
Project Cost Reporting (CVR / WIP)
Commercial Compliance
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Location: South East England (project-based)
Salary: Up to £85,000 + full benefits package (DOE)
Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid/flexible working where applicable
The Opportunity
Join a leading infrastructure contractor as a Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting a major UK pipeline programme. This is a high-impact role where you’ll take ownership of commercial performance across complex civil engineering works, working closely with project leadership to drive profitability, manage risk and deliver successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage contract administration across NEC3/NEC4 Option C contracts
- Act as the key commercial contact for system subcontractors
- Provide clear advice on contractual and commercial issues
- Ensure full commercial compliance, protecting company position at all times
- Report subcontract status and risks to the Commercial Manager
- Support pricing and negotiation of variations across multiple disciplines (not limited to M&E)
- Lead cost control activities and monitor project financial performance
- Prepare monthly cost/value reports, WIP reports and financial forecasts
- Contribute to procurement, tendering and subcontract lifecycle management
- Measure quantities and support preparation of final accounts
- Manage delegated budgets, contracts and resources to ensure value for money
- Maintain compliance with company policies, including HSEQ and sustainability
About You
- BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
- Strong NEC3 or NEC4 (Option C) contract experience
- Proven commercial management experience on infrastructure or civil engineering projects
- Confident negotiator with strong stakeholder management skills
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
The Project
You’ll be working on a flagship UK infrastructure programme designed to improve water resilience-transferring water from surplus to deficit regions and supporting long-term environmental sustainability.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £85,000 + package (or open to contractors)
- Enhanced pension and benefits package
- Flexible working and generous annual leave
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
- Opportunity to work on major, high-profile infrastructure projects
- Strong focus on employee wellbeing (mental & physical health support)
Apply Now
If you’re a Senior Quantity Surveyor with NEC experience looking to take the lead on a major infrastructure programme, apply today.
Desired Skills and Experience
Quantity Surveying
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Commercial Management
NEC3 / NEC4 Contracts (Option C)
Contract Administration
Cost Control & Cost Management
Infrastructure Projects
Water Sector / Utilities
Subcontractor Management
Procurement & Tendering
Variations & Change Management
Final Accounts
Risk Management
Financial Reporting & Forecasting
Value Engineering
Stakeholder Management
Negotiation
Project Cost Reporting (CVR / WIP)
Commercial Compliance
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