Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water & Environment

Location: Midlands-based with UK-wide flexibility, Type: Full-time, Sector Exposure: Water, Environment, Defence, Nuclear

Are you a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor ready to take ownership of high-value infrastructure projects? Our client is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team, delivering strategic programmes for water companies and the Environment Agency-primarily in the Midlands, with consultancy opportunities in the North West and beyond. This is your chance to shape the future of sustainable infrastructure while advancing your career across multiple sectors.

Your Impact

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, you'll lead the commercial delivery of major capital programmes, applying your expertise in NEC3/4 contracts, procurement, and stakeholder engagement. You'll drive value, efficiency, and compliance across all phases of the project lifecycle-from feasibility to final account.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract & Commercial Management

Administer NEC3/4 ECC contracts (Options A, C & E) on the client side

Oversee budget control, payment valuations, and cost forecasting

Maintain accurate commercial records and resolve contractual issues

Collaborate with PMs on payment certification and defined cost determination

Pre-Contract Activities

Conduct feasibility studies and cost planning

Prepare and evaluate tender documentation

Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies

Post-Contract Delivery

Manage construction contracts and ensure compliance

Control costs, negotiate variations, and resolve claims

Lead final account preparation and post-project evaluation

Bid & Business Development Support

Collaborate with senior leadership to shape compelling, client-focused bids

Provide commercial input and cost intelligence to strengthen proposal strategy

Maintain a robust database of lessons learned, bid outcomes, and client insights

Contribute to continuous improvement across commercial and bidding processes

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree in Quantity Surveying (Bachelor's or Master's)

Full RICS membership or advanced progress on APC pathway

Extensive experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors

Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management

NEC3/4 contract expertise (Options A, C, E essential)

Experience with ECI/ESI in design & build programmes

Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable

Line management experience and ability to mentor junior QSs

Willingness to work on-site a minimum of 3 days per week

Right to work in the UK; role subject to client interview and acceptance

What You'll benefit from:

Full support toward RICS chartership and professional development

Opportunities to work across high-impact sectors including nuclear and defence

A collaborative culture that values innovation, inclusion, and sustainability

Hybrid working flexibility and a clear path to progression