Quantity Surveyor

Company: Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Quantity Surveyor – Water AMP8

Location: Exeter (Flexible Hybrid)

Work Type: Contract

Our client, a T1 contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Exeter, offering hybrid working. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will manage key accounts on a major project or take full commercial responsibility for smaller schemes, supporting successful project delivery from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

  • Applications for payment, valuations and cost value reconciliations
  • Cost control, forecasting and cash flow management
  • Preparation of commercial data for monthly reporting (value, cost, profit/loss)
  • Supply chain management, including subcontract procurement
  • Preparing subcontract enquiries, negotiating terms and setting up contracts
  • Assisting with risk and value management to optimise project solutions
  • Contract administration across relevant forms and systems
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date commercial and contractual records
  • Ongoing liaison with site teams, subcontractors and client representatives
  • Providing contractual and commercial advice to site teams
  • Escalating safety or commercial risk issues when identified

About You

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
  • ARICS qualified or working towards APC
  • Experience working for a main contractor
  • Experience within the water or utilities sector
  • Knowledge of largescale infrastructure NEC contracts

This is a strong opportunity to join a leading contractor delivering long-term infrastructure work, with excellent career development, professional support and flexible working. If you’re looking to progress your Quantity Surveying career within a T1 environment, we’d like to hear from you.

Posted: June 2nd, 2026