Quantity Surveyor

Company: Water Engineering Services Ltd
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Location: Bury
Job Description:

Start date:      ASAP             

Salary:            Competitive DOE

Holidays:        26 days per annum plus bank holidays increasing with service

Hours:            40 hours per week

Benefits:         Private Health care provided, Extended pension

Due to company progression and growth, we are currently seeking a QS to join our team.   This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing modern business, with the possibility of future career progression, for a self motivated applicant.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Monthly CVR reporting
  • Preparation and issuing of subcontract orders
  • Preparation and issuing of early warnings and compensation events to the client
  • Support the Commercial Team to ensure compliance with systems, processes and procedures on Contracts.
  • Work within strict deadlines required under the Contract(s) and as required.
  • Financial monitoring and reporting of Contracts assigned.
  • Assisting and establishing suitable construction contracts with clients to suit procurement needs.
  • Preparation of accurate financial statements in respect of Contracts assigned.
  • Ensuring proper administration of the Contract requirements including all variations (changes) to the works.
  • Assist with commercial completion of the Contracts including maintaining contemporary records for use in supporting claims, extensions of time, and evaluation of variations.
  • Manage the appointment and ongoing management of subcontractors including payment applications, final accounts etc.
  • Ensure prompt submission of invoices and/or applications of payment to clients.
  • Assist Business Development in producing information for PQQ’s and Tenders.

To apply you MUST have or hold:

  • HNC or equivalent in Quantity Surveying would be beneficial but not essential
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Water experience would be beneficial
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Based within a commutable distance of North Manchester.
  • Experience in NEC3 or 4 Contracts with target cost, fixed price, and/or cost reimbursable mechanisms.

You must also be able to work within a team and thrive under pressure, the environment in which you will work is very fast paced. 

Posted: June 25th, 2026