Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Edge Careers
  • Knowle, West Midlands
  • 10/06/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

You will be joining an established and well-respected contractor, operating within the water industry. This multi-accredited contractor delivers major clean and waste water capital programmes directly for multiple water providers, including Severn Trent Water.
This is a 12 month contract opportunity (Outside IR35), predominantly site based in Solihull, with a distinct possibility of future new contracts.

Job role:

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be an integral part of the commercial team, responsible for managing costs and contractual relationships pertaining to one project.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing project budgets, forecasts and cost control processes

Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts

Administering NEC form of contract and managing change control

Supporting procurement and subcontractor management

Identifying, managing and mitigating commercial risks

Working closely with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery

Producing accurate commercial reports and financial updates.This role offers the opportunity to work on water, utilities and civil engineering projects, enhancing your experience in a growing and essential sector.

What's required:

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar) or experience equivalent

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, ideally the water sector

Sound working knowledge of NEC form of contract

Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills

Experience in subcontractor procurement and management

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Please note - ALL applicants MUST be able to provide two recent references.