Senior Quantity Surveyor - Thames Valley

Senior Quantity Surveyor Civils & Utilities

Location: Thames Region (North / West / Central London)
Salary: £75,000 + package
Type: Permanent

A Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of civils and utilities projects across London and the Thames region.

This is a key role within project delivery teams, working across frameworks, bespoke schemes and reactive works valued from £200k to £10m+. You will take ownership of cost control, commercial reporting, risk management and subcontractor procurement.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

• Produce accurate cost and value reports, CVRs and forecasts

• Manage cash flow, applications for payment and cash recovery

• Prepare and agree variations, claims and final accounts

• Identify commercial opportunities and manage risk

• Provide commercial support and cost control guidance to project teams

Contracts & Procurement

• Manage main and subcontract agreements (NEC / IChemE)

• Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation and post-contract management

• Ensure contractual compliance and governance

• Develop and maintain strong supply chain relationships

About You

Essential

• Proven QS experience within civils or utilities

• Strong knowledge of NEC and/or IChemE contracts

• Experience with subcontract procurement and commercial administration

• Confident with CVRs, forecasting and cost analysis

• Strong communication, numeracy and IT skills

Desirable

• Degree or HND/HNC in Quantity Surveying (or similar)

• RICS membership or working towards chartership

• CSCS card

• Water or utilities sector experience

• Knowledge of target cost or cost-reimbursable contracts

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Company pension, life assurance and private medical

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + loyalty days

• Car or car allowance (role dependent)

• Clear career progression and structured development

• Ongoing training and wellbeing support