Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor
Devon Water Infrastructure

The Company

We re partnering with a well-established, family-owned civil engineering contractor based in the South West, with over 30 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK.
As a family-run business, they ve built a reputation not just on technical excellence, but on their people-first culture, long-term relationships and supportive working environment. Decisions are made quickly, contributions are recognised, and individuals are genuinely valued creating a collaborative and down-to-earth team atmosphere.
With a strong presence in the water sector, the business delivers a wide range of technically demanding schemes, including:

• Major pipeline installations and network upgrades
• Pumping stations and associated MEICA works
• Reservoir construction and refurbishment
• Water and wastewater treatment works
• Flood alleviation and environmental improvement schemes

Known for their technical expertise, high safety standards and consistent delivery, they are a trusted partner to major utilities and framework providers.
Following continued growth and a secure pipeline of long-term framework projects, they are now looking to strengthen their commercial team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you ll take ownership of the commercial performance across a range of water infrastructure projects, working closely with operational teams to ensure successful and profitable delivery.
Projects are varied across the water cycle, offering a mix of challenges from pipelines through to treatment facilities.
This is a hybrid position, with 3 days in the office (Exeter or Liskeard) and 2 days working from home, within a close-knit and supportive team.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing cost plans, forecasts and detailed value reports
• Managing cost/value reconciliations (CVRs) and tracking project performance
• Producing and managing variations, compensation events and claims
• Assisting with tender preparation and pricing activities
• Negotiating with clients, subcontractors and supply chain partners
• Managing procurement and subcontractor accounts
• Providing commercial support and guidance to delivery teams
• Ensuring accurate valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
• Maintaining strong commercial controls across multiple projects

The Ideal Candidate

We re looking for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with experience in civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure ideally within the water sector.
You ll bring:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or similar
• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure or utilities projects
• Strong knowledge of CVRs, forecasting and financial reporting
• Good understanding of NEC contracts
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites when required

What s In It For You? You ll be joining a family-owned business where people come first, offering the stability of a strong project pipeline alongside a genuinely friendly and supportive culture based out of Exeter or Liskeard.
Benefits include:

• Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
• Car allowance
• Performance-related bonus
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Flexible hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• A collaborative environment where your voice is heard and your contribution makes a real impact

Interested?

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