Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering, Utilities & Infrastructure
Location: Hertfordshire
We're recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading, family-owned civil engineering and utilities contractor with over 40 years' experience delivering essential infrastructure across water, wastewater, gas, and communications networks.
This is a business recognised for its values-driven culture, technical capability, and collaborative approach, working in long-term framework partnerships with major utilities and public bodies. The company combines traditional engineering excellence with modern digital tools, a focus on sustainability, and genuine investment in its people.
You'll join a highly regarded commercial team, supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure schemes across the region, with the opportunity to take commercial lead on key packages and mentor junior colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:
Full commercial and contractual management of live projects
Preparation and negotiation of sub-contracts, variations, and final accounts
Cost forecasting, cashflow management, and reporting
Support value engineering and change control processes
Build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, supply chain, and delivery teams
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within civil engineering or utilities (water, gas, or communications preferred)
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation, and communication skills
Degree qualified (RICS or equivalent desirable)
Why Join:
Join a contractor with a clear long-term growth strategy and a strong, secured pipeline of framework projects across water, gas, and communications
Be part of a collaborative, people-focused environment that actively supports professional development, training, and progression
Work for a business recognised for its engineering excellence, innovation, and commitment to safe, sustainable delivery
If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your input is valued and your career can grow with the business, this is an excellent time to join a trusted name in UK infrastructure delivery.
To apply or discuss further, please get in touch in confidence.
