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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Water & Environment

Are you a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor ready to take ownership of high-value infrastructure projects? Our client is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team, delivering strategic programmes for water companies and the Environment Agency-primarily in the Midlands, with consultancy opportunities in the North West and beyond. This is your chance to shape the future of sustainable infrastructure while advancing your career across multiple sectors.

Your Impact

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, you'll lead the commercial delivery of major capital programmes, applying your expertise in NEC3/4 contracts, procurement, and stakeholder engagement. You'll drive value, efficiency, and compliance across all phases of the project lifecycle-from feasibility to final account. You'll also play a key role in supporting senior leadership on strategic bids, contributing commercial insight and shaping proposals that reflect our client's delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract & Commercial Management

Administer NEC3/4 ECC contracts (Options A, C & E) on the client side
Oversee budget control, payment valuations, and cost forecasting
Maintain accurate commercial records and resolve contractual issues
Collaborate with PMs on payment certification and defined cost determination

Pre-Contract Activities

Conduct feasibility studies and cost planning
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategiesPost-Contract Delivery

Manage construction contracts and ensure compliance
Control costs, negotiate variations, and resolve claims
Lead final account preparation and post-project evaluationBid & Business Development Support

Collaborate with senior leadership to shape compelling, client-focused bids
Provide commercial input and cost intelligence to strengthen proposal strategy
Maintain a robust database of lessons learned, bid outcomes, and client insights
Contribute to continuous improvement across commercial and bidding processes

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree in Quantity Surveying (Bachelor's or Master's)
Full RICS membership or advanced progress on APC pathway
Extensive experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors
Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management
NEC3/4 contract expertise (Options A, C, E essential)
Experience with 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 weekRG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy