Senior Quantity Surveyor Closing date

This role is based within Esh-Stantec which is a joint venture between Esh Construction and sustainable design and engineering firm, Stantec. Esh-Stantec works in partnership with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as a Living Water Enterprise supply partner and provides an end-to-end solution for water and wastewater capital infrastructure projects.

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a large and friendly team, to take commercial responsibility for allocated projects or work streams within the Water Industry, ensuring effective cost control, contract compliance, and value recovery, while supporting delivery teams and mentoring junior surveyors.

Bowburn

The candidate shall be able to support Managing QS in commercial delivery, ensuring compliance with contract and company procedures by:

• Having a thorough understanding of the Projects to drive Cost Control / Value Engineering
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the income from the works
• Carrying out the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Project Commercial Management
• Manage all commercial aspects of allocated projects
• Maintain cost control, margin, and cash flow performance
• Produce:
• CVRs
• Forecasts
• Measurement, Valuation & Change (NEC Focus)
• Lead:
• Interim valuations/ applications for payment
• Compensation event / variation management
• Ensure robust records to support entitlement
• Maximise value recovery from instructed works
• Contract Administration (AMP8 / NEC)
• Administer contracts in line with NEC requirements
• Identify and notify:
• Compensation events
• Delays / early warnings
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution
• Subcontractor Management
• Procure subcontractors in line with programme and governance
• Manage:
• Applications for payment
• Variations
• Final accounts
• Ensure robust subcontract administration and cost control
• Stakeholder Management
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder.

The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

At Esh, our values shape the way we work every day — and you can expect to see them in action from the moment you join us.

• Care:
  We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work.
• Trust:
  You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you when needed.
• Integrity:
  We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision making.
• Respect:
  We value diverse perspectives and create a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity.
• Working Together:
  Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results.

• Degree qualified or equivalent
• 10 years’ experience and a proven track record in the commercial environment
• Competent in Civil Engineering construction processes and procedures

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction
• Contractual compliance and risk identification
• Strong understanding of contract forms (e.g. NEC, JCT)
• Experience of managing costs across multiple projects
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• A good understanding of project planning
• Background in infrastructure or water sector desirable
• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Encourage and supports other colleagues, providing direction and support to them, to carry out their work
• Experience of Microsoft and office IT packages
• Experience in use of extranet and electronic project management systems
• Excellent written skills
• Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Valid UK driving licence