Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civils & Utilities

Location:

Stocker’s Lake, Rickmansworth (WD3 1JW
)

Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 + package

Type:
Permanent

Start Date:

January 2026

A Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of civils and water infrastructure projects across the Thames region.

This is a key role within project delivery teams, working across established frameworks, standalone schemes and reactive works. You will take ownership of cost control, commercial reporting, subcontract procurement and risk management, driving efficiencies and ensuring strong commercial governance across projects.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

Produce accurate and timely CVRs, cost and value reports

Manage project forecasting, cost control and cash flow reporting

Prepare and submit applications for payment through to final account settlement

Identify, track and realise commercial opportunities

Manage variations, change control and contractual claims

Support monthly commercial and project reviews

Provide commercial guidance to operational teams

Protect the business from commercial risk

Contracts & Procurement

Manage main and subcontract agreements (primarily NEC and IChemE forms)

Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation and post-contract administration

Ensure contractual compliance and governance

Liaise with clients and third parties on commercial matters

Build and maintain strong supply chain relationships

About You

Essential

Proven QS experience within civils, infrastructure or water/utilities

Strong working knowledge of NEC (NEC3 / NEC4) and/or IChemE contracts

Experience producing CVRs, forecasting and cost analysis

Subcontract procurement and commercial management experience

Strong organisational, numerical and communication skills

Ability to work proactively and to deadlines

Desirable

HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

RICS membership or working towards chartership

CSCS card

Experience working for a direct delivery contractor

Knowledge of target cost or cost-reimbursable contracts

What’s on Offer

£60,000 – £75,000 salary + package

Company pension

Life assurance

Private medical

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + loyalty days

Car or car allowance (dependent on level)

Clear progression within a secure long-term framework portfolio

Structured training and development support

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity further, apply now, or get in touch directly:

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