Junior Quantity Surveyor

Overview

You will play a key role in providing commercial and contractual support to operational teams, ensuring strong contract administration and commercial governance from project commencement through to final account.

The Role:

We are looking for a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our IWS M&E division. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their QS career who is eager to develop their commercial expertise, gain hands‑on project experience, and contribute to profitable project delivery.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. IWS M&E is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a 3,000‑strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering long‑term development and career progression. Are you looking to build your career in Quantity Surveying within a supportive and forward‑thinking commercial team?

• Assist with day‑to‑day commercial administration and project cost management
• Contribute pricing and financial information to tenders, bids, and cost plans
• Support preparation of cost‑to‑complete (CTC) reports and budget reviews
• Assist with subcontract procurement, order placement, and account management
• Support preparation and assessment of variations, compensation events, and extensions of time
• Help prepare valuations, applications for payment, and cash flow forecasts
• Contribute to monthly financial and management reporting
• Attend internal and client commercial meetings
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures
• Promote strong cost control and commercial awareness across project teams
• Uphold Health & Safety as a core priority in all activities

• Degree or working towards qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and organisational ability
• A proactive attitude with willingness to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively within commercial and operational teams
• Understanding of construction contracts (desirable but not essential)

• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer's Days.
• Financial & Life Assurance – Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
• Health & Wellbeing – Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
• Lifestyle & Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
• Professional Development – Hands‑on training and ongoing career development opportunities.
• Inclusion & Belonging – Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women's Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
• Performance & Recognition – Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
• Flexibility & Opportunities – Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant).