We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who will work on a portfolio of projects under the supervision of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water.
What you’ll be doing as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Supporting with the Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts.
Challenge and agreement of small-value project Tenders.
Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given portfolio of Projects.
Assessing Variations under the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio.
Attending site meetings on site.
Data collecting the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio.
Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts.
Base Location: Reading – Hybrid
Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
Practical Work Experience.
Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
Have the desire to work towards gaining Chartered Status.
Some knowledge of water regulation. (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology)
Be good at building and maintaining relationships.
Have good communication skills.
Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary from £30,000 to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we’re here to help and support .
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
04/02/2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who will work on a portfolio of projects under the supervision of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water.
What you’ll be doing as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Supporting with the Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts.
Challenge and agreement of small-value project Tenders.
Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given portfolio of Projects.
Assessing Variations under the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio.
Attending site meetings on site.
Data collecting the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio.
Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts.
Base Location: Reading – Hybrid
Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
Practical Work Experience.
Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
Have the desire to work towards gaining Chartered Status.
Some knowledge of water regulation. (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology)
Be good at building and maintaining relationships.
Have good communication skills.
Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary from £30,000 to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we’re here to help and support .
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Thames Water
Hybrid - Reading, Berkshire RG1 8DB, UK and Maple Lodge (STW) - WD3 9SQ
We are thrilled to offer a Principal Quantity Surveyor an extraordinary opportunity to lead a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors essential to supporting the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £200m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in helping us delivery life’s essential service to Customers.
What you’ll be doing as a Principal Quantity Surveyor
Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts.
Providing Contractual advice and guidance to the delivery teams.
Ensure cost management against the budget, highlighting commercial challenges early, including managing and reporting on contingency/risk.
Management and development of Team Members, including their progression towards chartership.
Accountable for ensuring that the Team carry out the following:
Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders.
Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract.
Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time.
Data Collection of Projects.
Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts.
Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as first point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary.
Supporting procurement by ensuring Suppliers and Contractors are engaged under the most appropriate Terms & Conditions.
Provide commercial support during the procurement of the contracts, including assisting in preparing tender documents.
Ensure we always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals.
Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects.
Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary.
Base Location: Reading – Hybrid. Maple Lodge – Hybrid
Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
Hold a degree or a master’s in quantity surveying or equivalent.
Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields.
Be competent in line managing a small team and developing them to success.
Experience in both pre & post contract quantity surveying duties.
Strong Communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as well as the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition.
Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure.
What’s in it for you?
You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts.
Competitive salary from £76,000 to £86,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
Car Allowance.
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Private Medical Health Care.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Wate r
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support .
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
04/02/2026
Full time
We are thrilled to offer a Principal Quantity Surveyor an extraordinary opportunity to lead a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors essential to supporting the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £200m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in helping us delivery life’s essential service to Customers.
What you’ll be doing as a Principal Quantity Surveyor
Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts.
Providing Contractual advice and guidance to the delivery teams.
Ensure cost management against the budget, highlighting commercial challenges early, including managing and reporting on contingency/risk.
Management and development of Team Members, including their progression towards chartership.
Accountable for ensuring that the Team carry out the following:
Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders.
Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract.
Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time.
Data Collection of Projects.
Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts.
Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as first point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary.
Supporting procurement by ensuring Suppliers and Contractors are engaged under the most appropriate Terms & Conditions.
Provide commercial support during the procurement of the contracts, including assisting in preparing tender documents.
Ensure we always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals.
Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects.
Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary.
Base Location: Reading – Hybrid. Maple Lodge – Hybrid
Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
Hold a degree or a master’s in quantity surveying or equivalent.
Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields.
Be competent in line managing a small team and developing them to success.
Experience in both pre & post contract quantity surveying duties.
Strong Communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as well as the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition.
Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure.
What’s in it for you?
You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts.
Competitive salary from £76,000 to £86,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
Car Allowance.
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Private Medical Health Care.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Wate r
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support .
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We're looking for Quantity Surveyor to join our Natural Resources team working on our Thames Water framework and looking after a site at East Hyde, Bedfordshire. Location :Working from home with travel to site at East Hyde, Bedfordshire Hours :Permanent, Full Time - flexible and part-time hours may be available if desired, just let us know What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Natural Resources commercial team, supporting them in working on the Water Framework for Thames Water. You will assist in the commercial management of the project from ECI to construction phase. Your day to day will include: Working alongside the project delivery team, you will ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors. Having exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery You will manage the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement and be involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome. What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You hold relevant academic qualification in a Construction related degree You Hold a full Driving License Prior experience working in a Commercial role for a contractor Experience with a variety of contract forms. We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for Quantity Surveyor to join our Natural Resources team working on our Thames Water framework and looking after a site at East Hyde, Bedfordshire. Location :Working from home with travel to site at East Hyde, Bedfordshire Hours :Permanent, Full Time - flexible and part-time hours may be available if desired, just let us know What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Natural Resources commercial team, supporting them in working on the Water Framework for Thames Water. You will assist in the commercial management of the project from ECI to construction phase. Your day to day will include: Working alongside the project delivery team, you will ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors. Having exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery You will manage the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement and be involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome. What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You hold relevant academic qualification in a Construction related degree You Hold a full Driving License Prior experience working in a Commercial role for a contractor Experience with a variety of contract forms. We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to
Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £60,000 + £550 Car Allowance P/M + Annual Bonus Up to 20% Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week Location: Hybrid working with travel to Southampton When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing: Working on energy performance upgrade projects Take responsibility for the commercial control of a number of contracts, bids and processes. Identify the risks, liabilities and commitments contained within contractual agreements and ensure that the business fully appreciates any potential impact. Ensure that at all times the commercial interests of the delivery team are protected. Leading, mentoring, and managing staff within the team. Estimating and putting in place effective cost control mechanisms. Sub Contract Management - Enquiry, subcontract drafting, measure, valuation agreement & payment. Lead project procurement. To provide timely and good quality management reports to the Project Manager and the Senior leadership team when requested. Commercial Support to other business departments. Day to day commercial and subcontract administration issues. What we're looking for: Proven track record in supporting stakeholder management and problem solving. Relevant HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent professional qualification. Thorough knowledge of forms of contract including NEC, JCT, IChemE. Experience working for a main contractor, within the Industrial, Water and/or Energy sectors. Previous knowledge and experience of operations and maintenance contracting are beneficial. Multi discipline experience as a Quantity Surveyor working in the construction industry is advantageous. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
11/03/2026
Full time
Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £60,000 + £550 Car Allowance P/M + Annual Bonus Up to 20% Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week Location: Hybrid working with travel to Southampton When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing: Working on energy performance upgrade projects Take responsibility for the commercial control of a number of contracts, bids and processes. Identify the risks, liabilities and commitments contained within contractual agreements and ensure that the business fully appreciates any potential impact. Ensure that at all times the commercial interests of the delivery team are protected. Leading, mentoring, and managing staff within the team. Estimating and putting in place effective cost control mechanisms. Sub Contract Management - Enquiry, subcontract drafting, measure, valuation agreement & payment. Lead project procurement. To provide timely and good quality management reports to the Project Manager and the Senior leadership team when requested. Commercial Support to other business departments. Day to day commercial and subcontract administration issues. What we're looking for: Proven track record in supporting stakeholder management and problem solving. Relevant HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent professional qualification. Thorough knowledge of forms of contract including NEC, JCT, IChemE. Experience working for a main contractor, within the Industrial, Water and/or Energy sectors. Previous knowledge and experience of operations and maintenance contracting are beneficial. Multi discipline experience as a Quantity Surveyor working in the construction industry is advantageous. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Quantity Surveyor Manchester Civils/Water Projects up to £65,000 My client are a Tier one civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including: • Water • Transport • Built environment • Energy The Role The Quantity Surveyor will provide commercial support to project teams, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. They will liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Projects are varied in value, complexity, and duration, from established frameworks to individual bespoke projects. With projects varying from £200k to £10m+, you will be essential in driving efficiencies within the scope of work, driving cost efficiency and providing a high standard of commercial analysis. Key Responsibilities Reporting • Ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place • Carry out cost management, including forecasting • Update the monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans External relationships • Help ensure that any main contracts entered into have terms and conditions that are appropriate, with commercial risks identified • Ensure that the supply chain is engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions • Build and maintain good client relationships • Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting • Prepare applications for payment Internal relationships • Contribute towards effective interaction between the Commercial Team and the operational site teams • Work with site management to forecast predicted spend and cash recovery, and ensure that both are kept in line with the target • Share best practices with others and be proactive in advising site teams on costs and their management of them Key Measures and Targets • Accurate monthly forecasting • Ability to challenge resources and costs • Maintain deadlines in line with the monthly commercial calendar About you • Previous experience in the construction industry • HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying • Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law • Previous experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations.
11/03/2026
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Manchester Civils/Water Projects up to £65,000 My client are a Tier one civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including: • Water • Transport • Built environment • Energy The Role The Quantity Surveyor will provide commercial support to project teams, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. They will liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Projects are varied in value, complexity, and duration, from established frameworks to individual bespoke projects. With projects varying from £200k to £10m+, you will be essential in driving efficiencies within the scope of work, driving cost efficiency and providing a high standard of commercial analysis. Key Responsibilities Reporting • Ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place • Carry out cost management, including forecasting • Update the monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans External relationships • Help ensure that any main contracts entered into have terms and conditions that are appropriate, with commercial risks identified • Ensure that the supply chain is engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions • Build and maintain good client relationships • Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting • Prepare applications for payment Internal relationships • Contribute towards effective interaction between the Commercial Team and the operational site teams • Work with site management to forecast predicted spend and cash recovery, and ensure that both are kept in line with the target • Share best practices with others and be proactive in advising site teams on costs and their management of them Key Measures and Targets • Accurate monthly forecasting • Ability to challenge resources and costs • Maintain deadlines in line with the monthly commercial calendar About you • Previous experience in the construction industry • HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying • Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law • Previous experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations.
Apex Resources Limited are on the lookout for a Quantity surveyor for a permanent role in Stafford. This is a senior commercial position within a contractor operating across high-value AMP8 water and utilities schemes. You will take ownership of commercial performance while supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff. Key duties Leading commercial delivery on major infrastructure projects Managing NEC contracts, compensation events, and risk Producing cost forecasts and reporting to senior management Supporting development of QS and AQS team members Ideal experience Strong NEC contract expertise Water, utilities, or heavy civils project background Experience operating at QS level Confident managing commercial risk and performance Competitive salary for the right candidate If you are ready for your next career move and you are interested, please apply and contact our office on (phone number removed) and ask for Jack or Glenn
11/03/2026
Seasonal
Apex Resources Limited are on the lookout for a Quantity surveyor for a permanent role in Stafford. This is a senior commercial position within a contractor operating across high-value AMP8 water and utilities schemes. You will take ownership of commercial performance while supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff. Key duties Leading commercial delivery on major infrastructure projects Managing NEC contracts, compensation events, and risk Producing cost forecasts and reporting to senior management Supporting development of QS and AQS team members Ideal experience Strong NEC contract expertise Water, utilities, or heavy civils project background Experience operating at QS level Confident managing commercial risk and performance Competitive salary for the right candidate If you are ready for your next career move and you are interested, please apply and contact our office on (phone number removed) and ask for Jack or Glenn
Talent Senior Quantity Surveyor required to commercially run a prime residential scheme. Happy to employ on a permanet or freelance basis Our client is a building main contractor based in London and entrusted with some of Britain's most prestigious properties. Their proven expertise enables them to solve the demanding and technically difficult issues often raised by new and historic buildings alike. The breadth of their experience and skills base, mean they deliver the whole project - from initial concept through to completion and beyond as needed. They have recently secured a 20m new build prime residential project incorporating 2 storey basement, RC frame construction with very expensive finishes in the Virginia Waters area in Surrey. They are therefore keen to secure the services of an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor The Successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be site undertaking responsibilities which will include: Management of subcontract accounts. Negotiation of sub-contract terms and conditions. Monthly valuations Profit planning. Identification and valuation of variations. Claims notification and generation. Adjudication referrals. Detailed monthly cost / value reporting. Final Account settlement Responsibilities for managing and mentoring junior colleagues. Management of junior surveying staff Key experience the Senior Quantity Surveyor will need, includes: Background of involvement in the prime residential Good client facing skills. Main contracting experience Strong sub-contract procurement background. Strong communication skills The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be commercially and technically competent. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join one of the major players within the prime residential sector within London. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor can expect to earn a generous financial package, with the opportunity to join a growing business offering security and the opportunity to progress.
11/03/2026
Full time
Talent Senior Quantity Surveyor required to commercially run a prime residential scheme. Happy to employ on a permanet or freelance basis Our client is a building main contractor based in London and entrusted with some of Britain's most prestigious properties. Their proven expertise enables them to solve the demanding and technically difficult issues often raised by new and historic buildings alike. The breadth of their experience and skills base, mean they deliver the whole project - from initial concept through to completion and beyond as needed. They have recently secured a 20m new build prime residential project incorporating 2 storey basement, RC frame construction with very expensive finishes in the Virginia Waters area in Surrey. They are therefore keen to secure the services of an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor The Successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be site undertaking responsibilities which will include: Management of subcontract accounts. Negotiation of sub-contract terms and conditions. Monthly valuations Profit planning. Identification and valuation of variations. Claims notification and generation. Adjudication referrals. Detailed monthly cost / value reporting. Final Account settlement Responsibilities for managing and mentoring junior colleagues. Management of junior surveying staff Key experience the Senior Quantity Surveyor will need, includes: Background of involvement in the prime residential Good client facing skills. Main contracting experience Strong sub-contract procurement background. Strong communication skills The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be commercially and technically competent. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join one of the major players within the prime residential sector within London. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor can expect to earn a generous financial package, with the opportunity to join a growing business offering security and the opportunity to progress.
Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd
Chorleywood, Hertfordshire
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure We're excited to be partnering with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of infrastructure projects across the water sector. Projects range from established framework schemes to bespoke and reactive works, typically valued between 200k and 10m+ , offering genuine variety in scope, complexity and duration. This is a role for a commercially confident SQS who can operate independently, support delivery teams and protect margin while maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be a key member of the project team, providing full commercial oversight from procurement through to final account. You'll take ownership of cost reporting, subcontract management and contractual compliance, while proactively identifying risk and commercial opportunity across your projects. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management Produce accurate cost, value and cashflow reporting Lead monthly CVR preparation and commercial forecasting Manage project cost control and financial performance Prepare and agree applications for payment through to final account Identify and realise commercial opportunities while mitigating risk Provide commercial guidance to operational teams Contracts & Supply Chain Administer main contracts (primarily NEC and IChemE forms) Manage change control, claims and additional payment negotiations Procure subcontract packages and manage post-contract performance Ensure appropriate contract terms are in place across the supply chain Build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships Governance & Process Ensure compliance with internal commercial procedures Support continuous improvement of commercial processes Protect the business from contractual and commercial risk What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within civil engineering and Infrastructure Strong working knowledge of NEC (IChemE experience advantageous) Experience managing subcontract procurement and post-contract administration Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting and cost analysis Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced project environment Must hold right to work in the UK Desirable: HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) Member of RICS (or working towards) CSCS card Experience working for a direct delivery contractor Estimating experience
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure We're excited to be partnering with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of infrastructure projects across the water sector. Projects range from established framework schemes to bespoke and reactive works, typically valued between 200k and 10m+ , offering genuine variety in scope, complexity and duration. This is a role for a commercially confident SQS who can operate independently, support delivery teams and protect margin while maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be a key member of the project team, providing full commercial oversight from procurement through to final account. You'll take ownership of cost reporting, subcontract management and contractual compliance, while proactively identifying risk and commercial opportunity across your projects. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management Produce accurate cost, value and cashflow reporting Lead monthly CVR preparation and commercial forecasting Manage project cost control and financial performance Prepare and agree applications for payment through to final account Identify and realise commercial opportunities while mitigating risk Provide commercial guidance to operational teams Contracts & Supply Chain Administer main contracts (primarily NEC and IChemE forms) Manage change control, claims and additional payment negotiations Procure subcontract packages and manage post-contract performance Ensure appropriate contract terms are in place across the supply chain Build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships Governance & Process Ensure compliance with internal commercial procedures Support continuous improvement of commercial processes Protect the business from contractual and commercial risk What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within civil engineering and Infrastructure Strong working knowledge of NEC (IChemE experience advantageous) Experience managing subcontract procurement and post-contract administration Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting and cost analysis Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced project environment Must hold right to work in the UK Desirable: HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) Member of RICS (or working towards) CSCS card Experience working for a direct delivery contractor Estimating experience
We're looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our United Utilities Framework team based in Warrington. Location: Warrington - remote working available, with travel to sites across the United Utilities region. Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be part of a collaborative team delivering vital water infrastructure projects, from phosphorus removal and bio-resource enhancements to reservoir compliance and bathing water improvements. This role offers fantastic growth opportunities in a supportive environment where your development is prioritised. What will you be responsible for? As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial team, supporting them in delivering successful financial outcomes across multiple projects. Your day to day will include: Supporting procurement and management of subcontract packages Assisting with commercial administration including variation orders and payment certificates Contributing to monthly financial reporting and forecasting Helping manage early warning notices and compensation events Collaborating on final account preparations and submissions What are we looking for? This role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have worked in a similar role You have excellent numeric skills and are comfortable with financial data You're keen to develop experience in cost analysis and forecasting You're naturally collaborative and enjoy building relationships We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here . There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our United Utilities Framework team based in Warrington. Location: Warrington - remote working available, with travel to sites across the United Utilities region. Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be part of a collaborative team delivering vital water infrastructure projects, from phosphorus removal and bio-resource enhancements to reservoir compliance and bathing water improvements. This role offers fantastic growth opportunities in a supportive environment where your development is prioritised. What will you be responsible for? As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial team, supporting them in delivering successful financial outcomes across multiple projects. Your day to day will include: Supporting procurement and management of subcontract packages Assisting with commercial administration including variation orders and payment certificates Contributing to monthly financial reporting and forecasting Helping manage early warning notices and compensation events Collaborating on final account preparations and submissions What are we looking for? This role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have worked in a similar role You have excellent numeric skills and are comfortable with financial data You're keen to develop experience in cost analysis and forecasting You're naturally collaborative and enjoy building relationships We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here . There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our United Utilities Framework team based in Warrington. Location: Warrington - remote working available, with travel to sites across the United Utilities region Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to join our commercial team on the United Utilities Framework. You'll be working with a supportive team focused on delivering wastewater treatment plants, chemical removal projects, bio-resource enhancements, reservoir compliance projects, and bathing water initiatives. What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial Team, supporting them in maximising value while maintaining quality and safety standards. Your day to day will include: • Preparing integrated cost forecasts and reports for projects • Assisting with subcontract preparation and measurement of interim & final accounts • Collaborating with Project Managers to ensure costs are monitored and reported correctly • Analysing cost items to identify efficiency improvements • Building positive relationships with clients and team members to ensure smooth project delivery What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: • You have worked as a Quantity Surveyor in a similar industry • You possess excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel • You're keen to develop experience in estimation and cost analysis • You enjoy interpreting financial data and creating meaningful insights • You're collaborative and thrive in a team environment We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here . There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our United Utilities Framework team based in Warrington. Location: Warrington - remote working available, with travel to sites across the United Utilities region Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to join our commercial team on the United Utilities Framework. You'll be working with a supportive team focused on delivering wastewater treatment plants, chemical removal projects, bio-resource enhancements, reservoir compliance projects, and bathing water initiatives. What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial Team, supporting them in maximising value while maintaining quality and safety standards. Your day to day will include: • Preparing integrated cost forecasts and reports for projects • Assisting with subcontract preparation and measurement of interim & final accounts • Collaborating with Project Managers to ensure costs are monitored and reported correctly • Analysing cost items to identify efficiency improvements • Building positive relationships with clients and team members to ensure smooth project delivery What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: • You have worked as a Quantity Surveyor in a similar industry • You possess excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel • You're keen to develop experience in estimation and cost analysis • You enjoy interpreting financial data and creating meaningful insights • You're collaborative and thrive in a team environment We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here . There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
Job Title: Site Agent - Civil Engineering / Environment Agency Framework Location: Ashford, Kent Day Rate: 400 - 450/day Our client is looking to employ a freelance Site Agent for an Environment Agency (EA) Civil Engineering Framework in the South East. This role will suit an experienced Heavy Civils / Infrastructure professional with a background in flood defence, environmental or water infrastructure projects. You will assist the Project Manager in managing the delivery and handover of projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with programme, whilst maintaining client satisfaction and environmental compliance. You will report directly to the Project Manager on site, and your duties will include: Assisting with the overall Project Management strategy and site delivery Assisting in the production of lookahead programmes and construction programmes, reporting progress to key stakeholders Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure works progress efficiently Liaising with site management on design, engineering and procurement issues Assisting in the preparation of construction completion and project handover documentation Ensuring appropriate confidentiality and compliance with project requirements Technical coordination between engineering teams and supply chain partners Identifying opportunities for innovation, improved working practices and risk reduction Working closely with the Quantity Surveyor to generate cost plans, monitor project costs and report variations Managing and coordinating site engineers and site-based management teams About The Candidate Minimum 3+ years experience as a Site Agent within Civil Engineering Experience delivering projects under NEC3 contracts Knowledge of the Environment Agency SHEW Code of Practice Experience producing Construction Phase Plans (CPP) under CDM 2015 regulations Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering / Construction Proven background delivering Heavy Civils or Infrastructure projects Experience in environmental, flood defence or water sector projects CSCS Card SMSTS preferred
11/03/2026
Contract
Job Title: Site Agent - Civil Engineering / Environment Agency Framework Location: Ashford, Kent Day Rate: 400 - 450/day Our client is looking to employ a freelance Site Agent for an Environment Agency (EA) Civil Engineering Framework in the South East. This role will suit an experienced Heavy Civils / Infrastructure professional with a background in flood defence, environmental or water infrastructure projects. You will assist the Project Manager in managing the delivery and handover of projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with programme, whilst maintaining client satisfaction and environmental compliance. You will report directly to the Project Manager on site, and your duties will include: Assisting with the overall Project Management strategy and site delivery Assisting in the production of lookahead programmes and construction programmes, reporting progress to key stakeholders Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure works progress efficiently Liaising with site management on design, engineering and procurement issues Assisting in the preparation of construction completion and project handover documentation Ensuring appropriate confidentiality and compliance with project requirements Technical coordination between engineering teams and supply chain partners Identifying opportunities for innovation, improved working practices and risk reduction Working closely with the Quantity Surveyor to generate cost plans, monitor project costs and report variations Managing and coordinating site engineers and site-based management teams About The Candidate Minimum 3+ years experience as a Site Agent within Civil Engineering Experience delivering projects under NEC3 contracts Knowledge of the Environment Agency SHEW Code of Practice Experience producing Construction Phase Plans (CPP) under CDM 2015 regulations Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering / Construction Proven background delivering Heavy Civils or Infrastructure projects Experience in environmental, flood defence or water sector projects CSCS Card SMSTS preferred
We're looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our United Utilities Framework team based in Warrington. Location: Warrington - remote working available, with travel to sites across the United Utilities region. Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be part of a collaborative team delivering vital water infrastructure projects, from phosphorus removal and bio-resource enhancements to reservoir compliance and bathing water improvements. This role offers fantastic growth opportunities in a supportive environment where your development is prioritised. What will you be responsible for? As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial team, supporting them in delivering successful financial outcomes across multiple projects. Your day to day will include: Supporting procurement and management of subcontract packages Assisting with commercial administration including variation orders and payment certificates Contributing to monthly financial reporting and forecasting Helping manage early warning notices and compensation events Collaborating on final account preparations and submissions What are we looking for? This role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have worked in a similar role You have excellent numeric skills and are comfortable with financial data You're keen to develop experience in cost analysis and forecasting You're naturally collaborative and enjoy building relationships We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our United Utilities Framework team based in Warrington. Location: Warrington - remote working available, with travel to sites across the United Utilities region. Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be part of a collaborative team delivering vital water infrastructure projects, from phosphorus removal and bio-resource enhancements to reservoir compliance and bathing water improvements. This role offers fantastic growth opportunities in a supportive environment where your development is prioritised. What will you be responsible for? As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial team, supporting them in delivering successful financial outcomes across multiple projects. Your day to day will include: Supporting procurement and management of subcontract packages Assisting with commercial administration including variation orders and payment certificates Contributing to monthly financial reporting and forecasting Helping manage early warning notices and compensation events Collaborating on final account preparations and submissions What are we looking for? This role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have worked in a similar role You have excellent numeric skills and are comfortable with financial data You're keen to develop experience in cost analysis and forecasting You're naturally collaborative and enjoy building relationships We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
Lanesra Technical Recruitment
South Hanningfield, Essex
Position: Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: C helmsford with hybrid working available Salary Guide: 75-85k (neg DOE), car/allowance, bonus and excellent benefits Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a number of water infrastructure projects across Essex & Suffolk. The Role: Our client is looking to strengthen their commercial team with a Managing Quantity Surveyor for their Essex and Suffolk (Northumbrian Water) framework. Based in Chelmsford you will provide leadership and management to the commercial delivery teams and core team commercial functions for the business. Responsibilities: You will report directly to the Senior Commercial Manager and responsibilities will include: Commercial management to drive commercial excellence into project delivery ensuring accuracy of forecasts and protection of fee at all times. Develop and foster relationships with client and subcontractors alike to aide delivery and contract negotiation. Provide commercial support to procurement team ensuring at all time value for money. Negotiate contracts with the end client. Continuous review of commercial resource levels playing an active part in recruitment to ensure effective and efficient delivery. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in providing contractual and commercial training to all staff in the region. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in review and continuous development of commercial processes and procedures. Undertake approvals and other processes in accordance with the authority matrix. Deputise for the Senior Commercial Manager as and when required. Experience: Extensive commercial experience within a contracting environment. Degree qualified or equivalent in a related subject. Significant experience of managing a successful commercial team. Experience at senior management level, you will be able to demonstrate leadership qualities that promote an environment for excellence. Experience & Knowledge of IT reporting systems. Proficient in contract management and risk assessment. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position) Bonus (subject to role and level of position) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc Key Words: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying QS SQS Senior QS Senior Quantity Surveyor Managing Quantity Surveyor Managing QS MQS Commercial Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Clean Water Water Sector Water Industry Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Infrastructure Rail Highways Power Energy Nuclear Oil Gas Petrochemical Sewage Renewables Procurement Valuations Variations Claims Final Accounts Anglian Water Thames Water South East Water Veolia AMP 7 AMP 8
11/03/2026
Full time
Position: Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: C helmsford with hybrid working available Salary Guide: 75-85k (neg DOE), car/allowance, bonus and excellent benefits Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a number of water infrastructure projects across Essex & Suffolk. The Role: Our client is looking to strengthen their commercial team with a Managing Quantity Surveyor for their Essex and Suffolk (Northumbrian Water) framework. Based in Chelmsford you will provide leadership and management to the commercial delivery teams and core team commercial functions for the business. Responsibilities: You will report directly to the Senior Commercial Manager and responsibilities will include: Commercial management to drive commercial excellence into project delivery ensuring accuracy of forecasts and protection of fee at all times. Develop and foster relationships with client and subcontractors alike to aide delivery and contract negotiation. Provide commercial support to procurement team ensuring at all time value for money. Negotiate contracts with the end client. Continuous review of commercial resource levels playing an active part in recruitment to ensure effective and efficient delivery. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in providing contractual and commercial training to all staff in the region. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in review and continuous development of commercial processes and procedures. Undertake approvals and other processes in accordance with the authority matrix. Deputise for the Senior Commercial Manager as and when required. Experience: Extensive commercial experience within a contracting environment. Degree qualified or equivalent in a related subject. Significant experience of managing a successful commercial team. Experience at senior management level, you will be able to demonstrate leadership qualities that promote an environment for excellence. Experience & Knowledge of IT reporting systems. Proficient in contract management and risk assessment. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position) Bonus (subject to role and level of position) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc Key Words: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying QS SQS Senior QS Senior Quantity Surveyor Managing Quantity Surveyor Managing QS MQS Commercial Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Clean Water Water Sector Water Industry Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Infrastructure Rail Highways Power Energy Nuclear Oil Gas Petrochemical Sewage Renewables Procurement Valuations Variations Claims Final Accounts Anglian Water Thames Water South East Water Veolia AMP 7 AMP 8
Position: Quantity Surveyor Location: Hyde, East Manchester with hybrid working available Rate Guide: 5 0-55k (Neg DOE), car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector. With over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, supporting six long-term water sector frameworks and two recently won frameworks, operating both as a sole contractor but also in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Our client is looking to strengthen their Commercial team with a Quantity Surveyor based on site within the United Utilities region, with some hybrid working available. You will report directly to the project Commercial Lead, and you will be expected to provide commercial support on projects and take responsibility for several key accounts on a large project. Responsibilities: Applications, valuations/cost value reconciliation. Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and feed information for monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow. Supply chain management. Assist with Risk and Value Management to optimise solutions. Mentor and regularly review with the project team. Contract Management - including all relevant contractual forms, methods of budgetary control and relevant software applications. Prepare subcontract enquiries, negotiate and set up contracts. Ensure all notifications/documents are kept up to date Ensure all safety risk situations are brought to the attention of site management. Ongoing liaison with site team, subcontractor(s) and clients' representative(s) Provide contractual advice to the site team as and when required. Experience: Proven experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent ARICS or studying for APC Experience working with a main contractor Desirable: Experience working within the Water sector Knowledge of NEC contracts Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance, Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc Key Words: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying QS SQS Senior QS Senior Quantity Surveyor Commercial Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Clean Water Water Sector Water Industry Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Infrastructure Rail Highways Power Energy Nuclear Oil Gas Petrochemical Sewage Renewables Procurement Valuations Variations Claims Final Accounts United Utilities Severn Trent Water Veolia AMP 7 AMP 8
11/03/2026
Full time
Position: Quantity Surveyor Location: Hyde, East Manchester with hybrid working available Rate Guide: 5 0-55k (Neg DOE), car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector. With over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, supporting six long-term water sector frameworks and two recently won frameworks, operating both as a sole contractor but also in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Our client is looking to strengthen their Commercial team with a Quantity Surveyor based on site within the United Utilities region, with some hybrid working available. You will report directly to the project Commercial Lead, and you will be expected to provide commercial support on projects and take responsibility for several key accounts on a large project. Responsibilities: Applications, valuations/cost value reconciliation. Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and feed information for monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow. Supply chain management. Assist with Risk and Value Management to optimise solutions. Mentor and regularly review with the project team. Contract Management - including all relevant contractual forms, methods of budgetary control and relevant software applications. Prepare subcontract enquiries, negotiate and set up contracts. Ensure all notifications/documents are kept up to date Ensure all safety risk situations are brought to the attention of site management. Ongoing liaison with site team, subcontractor(s) and clients' representative(s) Provide contractual advice to the site team as and when required. Experience: Proven experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent ARICS or studying for APC Experience working with a main contractor Desirable: Experience working within the Water sector Knowledge of NEC contracts Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance, Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc Key Words: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying QS SQS Senior QS Senior Quantity Surveyor Commercial Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Clean Water Water Sector Water Industry Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Infrastructure Rail Highways Power Energy Nuclear Oil Gas Petrochemical Sewage Renewables Procurement Valuations Variations Claims Final Accounts United Utilities Severn Trent Water Veolia AMP 7 AMP 8
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin (C2V) are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join us on our water framework (AMP8 North West) Overview: Reporting to the Project Manager on site, the Senior Surveyor is responsible for all commercial and contractual matters on the site allocated to them and should be able to effectively manage surveyors and or assistant surveyors to successfully deliver that project. On larger more intricate projects may be required to carry out the same tasks for a section or sections of the works reporting to a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager. Accountabilities: TENDER: Review and commercially assess the Main Contract conditions and advise on risk and scope areas Review and commercially assess sub-contract packages for incorporation into the main tender when required. Review tender information for value engineering opportunities Assist the Bid team as required. Assist and review as required by senior management. Tender input as required Commercial: Ensure accurate records of site activities undertaken and events are maintained and collated for easy reference Ensure that the commercial team comply with the company commercial policy Ensure that monthly valuations are produced on time Ensure that the monthly commercial reports are produced on time Ensure cost to date reports are properly analysed, are accurate, and are considered in the general commercial reporting Commercial reports to be provided in detail with all back up produced in accordance with the business's Commercial policy. Ensure subcontract payments are based on accurate valuation and are made on time Maximise revenue opportunities Identify and manage scope and risks on an ongoing basis Minimise waste Be accountable for giving direction to the site team as to the overall contractual planning strategy of the project and maintaining throughout the duration. Be accountable for the management of the commercial involvement and understanding of the programme at summary level. Be accountable for the active commercial involvement in contractual programming issues. Be accountable for the development of programme awareness of his site team. Produce, monitor, chase and complete Warranty, PCG & Bond Tracking Schedules for consultants, main contract and subcontract CONSTRUCTION: Subcontract management: Ensure that sub-contractor scope of works is clearly defined and that all appropriate information is contained within the sub-contract documentation. Ensure that high quality subcontracts are written so that they are inclusive of their responsibilities in terms of quality, programme, health, safety, environmental etc. Ensure the accurate measurement of the subcontractors works Review and collate records of subcontractors work and investigate the legitimacy of any account records provided by the subcontractor Ensure all contractual notices are issued in accordance with the sub-contract and the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 (LDEDC). Ensure subcontracts appraisals are carried out in a timely fashion and information is shared within the company. Ensure that subcontract payments made are done on the basis that the work has been carried out in accordance with the contract and to the correct quality Compile accurate subcontractor liabilities, accruals, and ensure these are up to date and considered in the forecast updates. About you Essential: An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering. Adequate experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor. A degree in Quantity Surveying and relevant experience obtained. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
11/03/2026
Full time
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin (C2V) are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join us on our water framework (AMP8 North West) Overview: Reporting to the Project Manager on site, the Senior Surveyor is responsible for all commercial and contractual matters on the site allocated to them and should be able to effectively manage surveyors and or assistant surveyors to successfully deliver that project. On larger more intricate projects may be required to carry out the same tasks for a section or sections of the works reporting to a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager. Accountabilities: TENDER: Review and commercially assess the Main Contract conditions and advise on risk and scope areas Review and commercially assess sub-contract packages for incorporation into the main tender when required. Review tender information for value engineering opportunities Assist the Bid team as required. Assist and review as required by senior management. Tender input as required Commercial: Ensure accurate records of site activities undertaken and events are maintained and collated for easy reference Ensure that the commercial team comply with the company commercial policy Ensure that monthly valuations are produced on time Ensure that the monthly commercial reports are produced on time Ensure cost to date reports are properly analysed, are accurate, and are considered in the general commercial reporting Commercial reports to be provided in detail with all back up produced in accordance with the business's Commercial policy. Ensure subcontract payments are based on accurate valuation and are made on time Maximise revenue opportunities Identify and manage scope and risks on an ongoing basis Minimise waste Be accountable for giving direction to the site team as to the overall contractual planning strategy of the project and maintaining throughout the duration. Be accountable for the management of the commercial involvement and understanding of the programme at summary level. Be accountable for the active commercial involvement in contractual programming issues. Be accountable for the development of programme awareness of his site team. Produce, monitor, chase and complete Warranty, PCG & Bond Tracking Schedules for consultants, main contract and subcontract CONSTRUCTION: Subcontract management: Ensure that sub-contractor scope of works is clearly defined and that all appropriate information is contained within the sub-contract documentation. Ensure that high quality subcontracts are written so that they are inclusive of their responsibilities in terms of quality, programme, health, safety, environmental etc. Ensure the accurate measurement of the subcontractors works Review and collate records of subcontractors work and investigate the legitimacy of any account records provided by the subcontractor Ensure all contractual notices are issued in accordance with the sub-contract and the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 (LDEDC). Ensure subcontracts appraisals are carried out in a timely fashion and information is shared within the company. Ensure that subcontract payments made are done on the basis that the work has been carried out in accordance with the contract and to the correct quality Compile accurate subcontractor liabilities, accruals, and ensure these are up to date and considered in the forecast updates. About you Essential: An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering. Adequate experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor. A degree in Quantity Surveying and relevant experience obtained. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Great opportunity with a regional civil engineering contractor, for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking for quick progression to QS and to work on long-term regional projects. Working with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will initially have the opportunity to work on 300m+ infrastructure project, delivering new roads, drainage and associated civils package estimated to take 12 months, with additional long-term package awards expected. Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Day to day commercial administration of the projects &/or packages under NEC. Undertaking and CE's and EW's Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Being trained to monitor, forecast and report on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications Attending client and project progress meetings. Assistant Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 3+ years' experience working on Civil Engineering / infrastructure projects. NEC experience would be advantageous but not essential, as the client run their own in-house NEC training programme. Happy to be office and/or site based. Assistant Quantity Surveyor Benefits: To work with an established and growing regional civil engineering contractor. Excellent opportunity for progression and inhouse training. Opportunity to work across infrastructure sectors (highways, water, national grid etc.) on packages up to 25m Immediate role. If you are interested in this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
11/03/2026
Full time
Great opportunity with a regional civil engineering contractor, for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking for quick progression to QS and to work on long-term regional projects. Working with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will initially have the opportunity to work on 300m+ infrastructure project, delivering new roads, drainage and associated civils package estimated to take 12 months, with additional long-term package awards expected. Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Day to day commercial administration of the projects &/or packages under NEC. Undertaking and CE's and EW's Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Being trained to monitor, forecast and report on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications Attending client and project progress meetings. Assistant Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 3+ years' experience working on Civil Engineering / infrastructure projects. NEC experience would be advantageous but not essential, as the client run their own in-house NEC training programme. Happy to be office and/or site based. Assistant Quantity Surveyor Benefits: To work with an established and growing regional civil engineering contractor. Excellent opportunity for progression and inhouse training. Opportunity to work across infrastructure sectors (highways, water, national grid etc.) on packages up to 25m Immediate role. If you are interested in this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
Avove is continuing to grow, and we re looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team in Warrington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their commercial career who wants to develop their skills while supporting essential water and utilities projects across the Northwest. You ll work closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors and Quantity Surveyors, gaining hands on experience across a range of commercial activities while helping deliver high quality infrastructure solutions for our clients. What will your day look like Assisting Senior QS and QS colleagues with collating information for Compensation Events and Variations. Supporting the assessment of subcontractor applications. Working closely with finance teams to provide accurate cost information for month end reporting. Carrying out site measures and supporting the preparation of commercial documentation. Helping maintain commercial records and supporting contract administration. Building strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and suppliers. About you Good commercial and financial acumen. Strong communication skills with developing negotiation ability. Awareness of industry issues and a willingness to learn. Understanding and promoting an inclusive working environment. A degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related field (desirable). Experience in commercial management, utilities, or working with suppliers/customers (desirable). What s in it for you 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Company Car/Allowance Company pension scheme Life assurance Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan Avove Discount Scheme Family friendly policies A selection of lifestyle benefit options Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising. About Avove Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities. We are an equal opportunities employer At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
11/03/2026
Full time
Avove is continuing to grow, and we re looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team in Warrington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their commercial career who wants to develop their skills while supporting essential water and utilities projects across the Northwest. You ll work closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors and Quantity Surveyors, gaining hands on experience across a range of commercial activities while helping deliver high quality infrastructure solutions for our clients. What will your day look like Assisting Senior QS and QS colleagues with collating information for Compensation Events and Variations. Supporting the assessment of subcontractor applications. Working closely with finance teams to provide accurate cost information for month end reporting. Carrying out site measures and supporting the preparation of commercial documentation. Helping maintain commercial records and supporting contract administration. Building strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and suppliers. About you Good commercial and financial acumen. Strong communication skills with developing negotiation ability. Awareness of industry issues and a willingness to learn. Understanding and promoting an inclusive working environment. A degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related field (desirable). Experience in commercial management, utilities, or working with suppliers/customers (desirable). What s in it for you 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Company Car/Allowance Company pension scheme Life assurance Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan Avove Discount Scheme Family friendly policies A selection of lifestyle benefit options Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising. About Avove Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities. We are an equal opportunities employer At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Avove is expanding its Commercial Team and we re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join us during an exciting period of growth. This hybrid role is based out of our Warrington office, with flexibility to work from home and visit project sites across the Northwest. You ll play a key commercial role on our United Utilities account, supporting a wide range of clean water and wastewater projects that are essential to local communities. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading client while helping deliver high quality, sustainable infrastructure solutions. What will your day look like Ensuring contract compliance with Avove s systems, processes, and procedures. Managing financial monitoring and reporting across assigned contracts. Supporting the preparation, negotiation, and administration of construction contracts. Managing contract variations, commercial records, claims, EOTs, and valuations. Overseeing subcontractor procurement, appointments, and ongoing management. Preparing and submitting timely applications and invoices to clients. Supporting business development activities including PQQs and tender submissions. About you Strong experience working with NEC3/NEC4 contracts (target cost, fixed price, cost reimbursable). Background in both infrastructure and non infrastructure projects, ideally within the water/utilities sector. Strong commercial acumen and experience managing contract frameworks. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multi disciplinary teams. Full UK driving licence (regional site visits required). What s in it for you 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company Car/Allowance Company pension scheme Life assurance Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan Avove Discount Scheme Family friendly policies A selection of lifestyle benefit options Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising. About Avove Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities. We are an equal opportunities employer At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
11/03/2026
Full time
Avove is expanding its Commercial Team and we re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join us during an exciting period of growth. This hybrid role is based out of our Warrington office, with flexibility to work from home and visit project sites across the Northwest. You ll play a key commercial role on our United Utilities account, supporting a wide range of clean water and wastewater projects that are essential to local communities. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading client while helping deliver high quality, sustainable infrastructure solutions. What will your day look like Ensuring contract compliance with Avove s systems, processes, and procedures. Managing financial monitoring and reporting across assigned contracts. Supporting the preparation, negotiation, and administration of construction contracts. Managing contract variations, commercial records, claims, EOTs, and valuations. Overseeing subcontractor procurement, appointments, and ongoing management. Preparing and submitting timely applications and invoices to clients. Supporting business development activities including PQQs and tender submissions. About you Strong experience working with NEC3/NEC4 contracts (target cost, fixed price, cost reimbursable). Background in both infrastructure and non infrastructure projects, ideally within the water/utilities sector. Strong commercial acumen and experience managing contract frameworks. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multi disciplinary teams. Full UK driving licence (regional site visits required). What s in it for you 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company Car/Allowance Company pension scheme Life assurance Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan Avove Discount Scheme Family friendly policies A selection of lifestyle benefit options Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising. About Avove Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long-term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities. We are an equal opportunities employer At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: BridgewaterFull-time, PermanentCompetitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's Major Projects & Connections team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the contractual and financial elements of a major project near Bridgewater, with future opportunities on other projects. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you'll support successful P&L, cash flow, and working capital management across large electrical and civil works. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Ensure compliance with Freedom and client health and safety standards. Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams. Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements. Measurement and valuation of works for applications, variations, and final accounts. Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events. Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs. Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings. Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution. Supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives. Support development of the wider commercial team. What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role. Strong commercial performance management experience. In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application. Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable). Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience). Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables). Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: BridgewaterFull-time, PermanentCompetitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's Major Projects & Connections team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the contractual and financial elements of a major project near Bridgewater, with future opportunities on other projects. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you'll support successful P&L, cash flow, and working capital management across large electrical and civil works. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Ensure compliance with Freedom and client health and safety standards. Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams. Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements. Measurement and valuation of works for applications, variations, and final accounts. Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events. Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs. Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings. Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution. Supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives. Support development of the wider commercial team. What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role. Strong commercial performance management experience. In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application. Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable). Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience). Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables). Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: BridgewaterFull-time, PermanentCompetitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's Major Projects & Connections team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the contractual and financial elements of a major project near Bridgewater, with future opportunities on other projects. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you'll support successful P&L, cash flow, and working capital management across large electrical and civil works. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Ensure compliance with Freedom and client health and safety standards. Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams. Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements. Measurement and valuation of works for applications, variations, and final accounts. Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events. Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs. Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings. Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution. Supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives. Support development of the wider commercial team. What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role. Strong commercial performance management experience. In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application. Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable). Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience). Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables). Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: BridgewaterFull-time, PermanentCompetitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's Major Projects & Connections team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the contractual and financial elements of a major project near Bridgewater, with future opportunities on other projects. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you'll support successful P&L, cash flow, and working capital management across large electrical and civil works. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Ensure compliance with Freedom and client health and safety standards. Provide leadership within the commercial team and wider project teams. Manage multiple contracts under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke agreements. Measurement and valuation of works for applications, variations, and final accounts. Identify and notify Early Warnings and Compensation Events. Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage CVRs. Chair monthly project reviews and attend client progress meetings. Manage invoicing, debt recovery, and dispute resolution. Supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives. Support development of the wider commercial team. What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role. Strong commercial performance management experience. In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and practical application. Civil engineering and construction experience (desirable). Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or HNC with relevant experience). Advanced MS Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables). Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.