Quantity Surveyor - Water Sector

Quantity Surveyor – Water Sector - London

Are you a driven Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of key projects and progress your career within a forward-thinking infrastructure environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established commercial team delivering major works across the Thames region.

The Role
Reporting to a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of projects—taking responsibility for multiple accounts on large schemes or leading the financial control of smaller projects. This is a varied and hands-on role offering real ownership and visibility.

Key Responsibilities
 

• Managing applications, valuations, and cost value reconciliation
• Cost control, forecasting, and monthly reporting (value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow)
• Supply chain management and subcontractor engagement
• Supporting risk and value management processes to optimise project delivery
• Contract administration across relevant forms, including budgetary control
• Preparing subcontract enquiries, negotiating terms, and setting up contracts
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date contractual documentation
• Liaising closely with site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Providing contractual advice and commercial support to operational teams
• Promoting safe working practices and escalating risk where required

About You
 

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• Ideally chartered (MRICS) or working towards APC
• Proven experience working with a main contractor
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management skills

Desirable
 

• Experience within the water/utilities sector
• Knowledge of NEC contracts

What’s on Offer
 

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Company car or car allowance 
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Private medical and health insurance
• Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, retail discounts, and family perks

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people, supports career progression, and fosters a collaborative and inclusive working environment.