Quantity Surveyor

Job Description:

Our leading global consulting, construction engineering client is seeking Quantity Surveyors on a permanent basis to support Severn Trent Water projects based out of Tamworth.

Our client has global reach, supporting intelligent infrastructure delivered in sustainable and environmentally friendly ways. They have 20,500 employees operating across 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for end clients.

This is an exciting time to join the consultancies new Project, Programme, PMO and Commercial Management Capability in the United Kingdom which is undergoing a transformative phase.

As a Quantity Surveyor you will join an expanding team, supporting major capital programmes for water companies and the Environment Agency-primarily in the Midlands, with consultancy opportunities in the North West. This role offers a clear path for progression across sectors including defence and nuclear.

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, you'll play a key role in the commercial management of infrastructure projects. From feasibility to final account, you'll apply your knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts, procurement, and stakeholder engagement to ensure value, compliance, and delivery excellence. You'll also support senior leadership on strategic bids, contributing commercial insight.

Responsibilities:

• Administer NEC3/4 ECC contracts (Options A, C & E) on the client side
• Support budget control, payment valuations, and cost forecasting
• Maintain accurate commercial records and resolve contractual issues
• Collaborate with Project Managers on payment certification and defined cost determination
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost planning
• Assist in preparing and evaluating tender documentation
• Identify risks and contribute to mitigation strategies
• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with terms
• Monitor costs, assist in negotiating variations, and support claims resolution
• Contribute to final account preparation and post-project evaluation
• Work with senior leadership to support bid development and proposal strategy
• Provide commercial input and cost data to strengthen submissions
• Help maintain a database of lessons learned, bid outcomes, and client insights
• Contribute to continuous improvement across commercial and bidding processes

Skills/qualifications/experience

• Degree in Quantity Surveying (Bachelor's or Master's)
• Progress toward RICS chartership or equivalent professional development
• Experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and risk management
• NEC3/4 contract expertise (Options A, C, E essential)
• Exposure to ECI/ESI in design & build programmes
• Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable
• Line management experience and ability to mentor junior QSs
• Willingness to work on-site a minimum of 3 days per week
• Right to work in the UK; role subject to client interview and acceptance

Benefits

• Salary range £52-65k depending on experience
• Monday - Thursday - 37.5 hour working week (Friday WFH)
• 26 days holiday, increasing by 1 day for 1 year served and up to 28 after year 3
• Reasonable travel and accommodation may be provided for candidates living further from client offices
• Private healthcare access for individual and family
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• 5% employer pension rising to 8% when personal contribution at 5%
• Life assurance x4 salary
• Critical illness cover x1 annual salary
• Chartership support
• Chance to work across a range of sectors
• Leadership development programmes