Job Description
FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading integrated design and build contractor in the water sector for a Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their Commercial team. This role offers the opportunity to work on major, long‑term framework projects with excellent career development and stability.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working (role dependent)
- Car / car allowance (role dependent)
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy an additional 5 days)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Health Insurance
- Private Medical Insurance
- Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, discounts & savings hub, Kids Pass and more
Quantity Surveyor Role
- Reporting directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for several key accounts on a large project or full commercial control of smaller projects
- Based from the Hampton office and project sites within the Thames Region, with hybrid working available
- The role supports the successful commercial delivery of water sector projects, ensuring strong cost control, accurate forecasting and effective supply chain management
- You will work closely with project teams, clients and subcontractors to optimise project performance and manage commercial risk
Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities
- Preparation and management of applications for payment, valuations and cost value reconciliation
- Provide accurate cost control, forecasting and reporting including value, cost, profit/loss and cash flow
- Prepare, submit and contribute to monthly commercial reports
- Manage and develop supply chain relationships, including subcontract procurement and ongoing administration
- Prepare subcontract enquiries, negotiate terms and place subcontract agreements
- Assist with risk and value management processes to optimise project solutions
- Mentor project teams and support regular commercial reviews
- Administer contracts in line with relevant contractual forms, budgetary controls and commercial systems
- Ensure all contractual notifications, records and documentation are maintained and kept up to date
- Provide contractual and commercial advice to site teams as required
- Maintain ongoing liaison with site teams, subcontractors and client representatives
- Ensure any safety risk situations are promptly escalated to site management
Quantity Surveyor Requirements
Essential
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
- MRICS / ARICS accreditation or actively working towards APC
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor
- Strong commercial awareness and proactive approach to cost management
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across project teams
Desirable
- Experience working within the water sector
- Knowledge and experience of NEC and/or IChemE contracts
If you are looking for a Quantity Surveyor opportunity with a leading water sector contractor offering excellent career development and long-term prospects, click Apply Now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please take a look at our website for further opportunities.