In brief
This quantity surveyor role manages the commercial lifecycle of water industry engineering projects from tender award to final account. The work involves monitoring project costs, administering subcontract packages, and ensuring financial performance through rigorous cost reporting and contract compliance.
Best for
Quantity surveyors with construction or engineering experience
Non-negotiable
Strong working knowledge of NEC forms of contract required
What you need
Required
Quantity Surveying
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NEC contract administration
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Cost management
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Commercial awareness
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Subcontract procurement
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Financial reporting
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Microsoft Excel
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Microsoft Office
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Preferred
Water industry experience
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Your day-to-day
Manage commercial project delivery
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Prepare valuations and measurements
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Administer subcontract packages
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Monitor project performance
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Produce cost reports
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Manage commercial risks
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Ensure contract compliance
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What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Quantity Surveyor – Water Industry MEICA | M&E | Water | Engineering A leading MEICA / M&E contractor delivering major upgrades within the water industry is looking for Quantity Surveyors to join their commercial team in Kent. Working across the full project lifecycle, you will take commercial responsibility for projects from tender award through to final account, ensuring successful financial delivery while supporting project teams, clients, and the wider supply chain. If you have experience delivering construction or engineering projects under NEC contracts, this is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term framework with clear career progression. Why Apply? Clear routes for career progression Hybrid working options for flexibility Long-term secured work through major framework agreements Opportunity to work on a range of interesting projects Duties for Quantity Surveyor Support the commercial delivery of projects from contract award through to final account Prepare and agree valuations, variations, and measurements Procure and administer subcontract packages, including tender enquiries and negotiations Monitor project costs, forecasts, cash flow, and commercial performance Assist in the management of commercial risks, opportunities, and change control Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and commercial reporting Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams Ensure compliance with NEC contracts and commercial procedures Support Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers in the successful delivery of projects Qualifications & Experience for Quantity Surveyor Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor within construction, utilities, infrastructure, or engineering Strong working knowledge of NEC forms of contract Good commercial awareness and cost management skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications Experience within the water industry is advantageous but not essential GRS (Gearing Recruitment Solutions) specialises in recruiting Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Managers, and Engineering professionals across the UK water, wastewater, utilities, infrastructure, and process engineering sectors, including NEC contract delivery, MEICA, M&E, civil engineering, WTW, WWTW, AMP7, and AMP8 framework projects
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