Quantity Surveyor

• Support clients on complex and high-value programmes, initially with an emphasis on the Water sector
• Advise public- and private-sector clients across commercial, procurement and supply-chain requirements
• Develop and deliver solutions to complex and dynamic problems with clients and supply-chain partners
• Build relationships with national infrastructure clients
• Ensure maximum value within clients’ supply-chain ecosystems
• Share quantity surveying, commercial and procurement knowledge and expertise
• Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Manage performance and support individual development
• Engage stakeholders using informative communication tools to build organisational buy-in
• Contribute to business development and win-work activities, including bid writing, pre-contract engagement and client relationship management
• Produce and advise clients on the application of construction contracts

Senior Quantity Surveyor delivering commercial solutions for AtkinsRéalis infrastructure and water projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting AtkinsRéalis infrastructure and water programmes. Advising clients on commercial, procurement, contracts and supply-chain value.

• Support clients on complex and high-value programmes across a wide range of projects
• Work with public- and private-sector clients and supply chain partners
• Develop and deliver solutions to complex and dynamic problems
• Advise on commercial, procurement and supply chain requirements
• Focus on ensuring maximum value within the supply chain ecosystem
• Build relationships with national infrastructure clients and key clients
• Share technical knowledge, expertise and experience to deliver client services
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and partners
• Support business development and win-work activities, including bid writing, pre-contract engagement and client relationship management
• Represent the AtkinsRéalis brand and deliver consulting services

Quantity Surveyor delivering commercial and procurement solutions for AtkinsRéalis infrastructure projects

Quantity Surveyor delivering commercial, procurement and supply-chain solutions for AtkinsRéalis infrastructure projects. Supporting complex programmes and advising public- and private-sector clients.

• You will be a Senior Cost Consultant within our Cost & Commercial Management team, working on a variety of water/utilities projects and programmes in the Reading and London area.
• You’ll help deliver some of the biggest, most iconic projects imaginable with some of the best talent around. With your energy, agility and keen eye for detail, you’ll deliver transformational outcomes for multiple clients to deliver a more sustainable tomorrow.
• In this role, you will take ownership of a range of projects on cost management assignments, ensuring that standards of delivery meet defined objectives.
• Your team of Graduate, Assistant, Project, & Senior level Cost Consultants will work on a variety of clean and wastewater projects and support clients with the protection and enhancement of environmental matters across the country.

Senior Cost Consultant managing utility projects in the UK's water sector

Senior Quantity Surveyor, Water

Senior Cost Consultant managing utility projects and delivering sustainable outcomes in the UK's water sector. Collaborate with teams to protect the environment while driving project success.

• Leading all commercial activities throughout the pre-construction and design phases, supporting the preparation of competitive tender submissions and Absolute Maximum Price (AMP) proposals.
• Working collaboratively with the Design, Pre-Construction and Estimating teams to provide commercial leadership and ensure risk is identified and managed from the outset.
• Reviewing, negotiating and administering main contracts with clients, supported by the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director where required.
• Leading the procurement strategy, including the negotiation and placement of subcontract agreements with specialist supply chain partners.
• Preparing, submitting and negotiating monthly interim applications for payment in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Managing the commercial aspects of project change, including the valuation, negotiation and agreement of variations with both clients and subcontractors.
• Overseeing the preparation, valuation and issue of compliant subcontract payment notices and ensuring subcontract accounts are accurately managed.
• Negotiating and agreeing upstream and downstream final accounts to maximise commercial outcomes.
• Producing and presenting accurate monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs), financial reports and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and actions to protect project profitability.
• Monitoring project programmes and ensuring all contractual notices, extensions of time and compensation events are issued in accordance with the contract.
• Providing commercial leadership to Project Managers and operational teams, ensuring they remain informed of all contractual obligations, commercial risks and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentoring and supporting junior commercial team members, promoting best practice and driving continuous improvement across the commercial function.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders to support successful project delivery and repeat business.

Senior Quantity Surveyor managing commercial activities for large M&E projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor managing commercial activities for large M&E projects from pre-construction to final account. Collaborating with design and project teams to ensure successful delivery in London region.

• Manage the commercial performance of allocated projects from mobilisation through to final account.
• Support strong commercial governance across assigned projects.
• Monitor cost, value, cash, margin, risk and opportunity performance across projects.
• Support CVR reviews, commercial reporting and performance meetings.
• Manage change control processes, including variations and compensation events.
• Support the preparation and assessment of estimates, quotations and change submissions.

Senior Quantity Surveyor – R&M

• Support the effective commercial management of assigned projects and contracts from inception through to final account.
• Maintain a strong understanding of contract requirements and communicate contractual obligations and opportunities to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in reviewing commercial processes and identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
• Ensure the accurate administration of contracts, including cost control, value management, and maintenance of contemporaneous records.
• Monitor project performance and utilise commercial data to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Support operational teams with day-to-day commercial and contractual matters.
• Prepare and submit applications for payment, invoices, and supporting documentation in accordance with contractual requirements and timescales.
• Assist in the management of change control processes, including Early Warnings, Compensation Events, Variations, and other contractual notifications.
• Maximise the recovery of contractual entitlements and ensure all commercial opportunities are captured.
• Prepare commercial reports, forecasts, cost/value reconciliations, and financial statements for assigned projects.
• Work closely with operational and finance teams to monitor project performance and maintain an accurate understanding of financial positions.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including procurement support, valuations, payments, and final account settlements.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Work effectively under pressure and meet project deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
• Carry out any additional duties reasonably required to support the commercial function and wider business objectives.

Quantity Surveyor supporting commercial management for Yorkshire Water's capital projects

Quantity Surveyor – Capital Projects

Quantity Surveyor managing commercial aspects for Yorkshire Water's capital projects. Collaborating with teams to ensure cost control and compliance in Sheffield's infrastructure sector.

• Efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence.
• Ensuring contractual and commercial risks and opportunities are identified to the Contract Leader.
• Preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates.
• Maintaining registers of variations, delay, extension times and claims.
• Compliant and consistent implementation of the Company's commercial policies and procedures.
• Assist with preparation of monthly progress valuations and claims for work completed.
• Interfacing with Customer’s commercial and project teams.
• Produce pre-Contract tender negotiations & reports where necessary.
• Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and Contract Leader Reports.
• Review value management and advise on Risk management.
• Prepare supply chain enquiries, negotiate, administer, and finalise / close out supply chain contracts.
• Plan and implement change management and cost control.
• Ongoing liaison with site team, supply chain and Customers’ representatives.
• Provide contractual advice to the project / site team as and when appropriate.
• Maintaining awareness of the different construction contracts in current use.
• Understanding the implications of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract Leader / Project Manager.

• Lead the quantity surveying discipline across multiple construction projects from inception through to completion
• Manage project costs, budgets, procurement and financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets
• Provide professional quantity surveying advice and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee contract administration activities and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and procedures
• Support the procurement and delivery of projects through partnering frameworks and competitive tendering processes
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including Architects, Engineers, Building Surveyors and Project Managers
• Engage confidently with clients, contractors and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes
• Monitor project performance, identify risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures
• Challenge existing practices and contribute to continuous improvement across the service
• Deliver projects that provide social value and support Lancashire County Council's strategic objectives

Senior Quantity Surveyor leading construction projects for Lancashire County Council

Senior Quantity Surveyor leading quantity surveying function across construction projects for Lancashire County Council. Managing project costs and contracts in a multidisciplinary team environment.

• Work across a wide range of projects in the Water sector
• Collaborate with clients and supply chain partners to develop/deliver solutions
• Utilize commercial and procurement expertise to advise clients
• Deliver services to national infrastructure clients
• Build relationships with key clients

Senior Quantity Surveyor for complex infrastructure projects in the UK

Senior Quantity Surveyor working on water sector projects in the UK. Collaborating with clients to deliver complex infrastructure solutions and build key relationships.

• Lead the delivery of high‑quality projects, setting clear expectations and building trusted relationships with clients through proactive engagement and exceptional service.
• Support and develop emerging talent, contributing to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture where people can grow and thrive.
• Work closely with senior leaders to help shape and strengthen a high‑value, profitable service offering that reflects our commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and client outcomes.
• Apply strong commercial and contractual understanding—particularly of the NEC suite—to ensure projects are delivered with rigour, clarity, and commercial discipline.
• Bring a proactive, commercially minded, and purpose‑driven approach that consistently adds value for clients and enhances the reputation of our business.

Managing Quantity Surveyor leading high-profile infrastructure projects in the UK.

Managing Quantity Surveyor

Managing Quantity Surveyor delivering high-quality infrastructure projects in the UK, collaborating with clients and teams. Leading commercial success and supporting emerging talent in a high-performing team.

• Lead the production and management of cost plans, life cycle costing, cash flow forecasts and benchmarking using relevant data sources
• Oversee procurement activities, including preparation of tender documentation, bills of quantities, pricing documents, procurement reports, and managing the full tender and evaluation process
• Manage contract negotiations, prepare and collate contract documents, and act as a key client liaison throughout pre- and post-contract stages
• Administer contracts as Contract Administrator or Employer’s Agent, including issuing instructions, managing snagging, overseeing practical completion, and post-contract duties
• Manage post-contract responsibilities such as interim valuations, cost reporting, change control, evaluation of variations, final accounts, and dispute resolution
• Contribute to and oversee risk registers, value engineering, and value management reporting
• Support the Associate Director in fee bids, resource and fee management, reporting, and maintaining client relationships
• Supervise, mentor, and develop Assistant and Quantity Surveyors
• Ensure accurate and timely updates to internal systems and sign-off of invoices
• Maintain quality assurance standards and best practice procedures across all projects
• Uphold health and safety standards and support environmental and social impact
• Carry out additional duties in line with the role as required

Senior Quantity Surveyor leading large scale construction projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor leading and overseeing large scale remediation projects for a construction consultancy. Working in a hybrid capacity to ensure successful project delivery with high client satisfaction.

• Full project commercial control from contract award to final account
• Subcontract procurement, negotiation and contract placement
• Subcontractor account management, valuation, payment and final account
• Client applications and valuations
• Cost control, forecasting and CVRs/CBRs
• Variations, claims and change management
• Programme and cost recovery
• Risk management
• Commercial support to PMs and engineers

Senior QS managing commercial aspects of major power infrastructure projects in the UK

Senior QS responsible for commercial control of major power infrastructure projects in the UK. Requires strong cost control and subcontract management skills in a hybrid role.

• Assist with procurement - issuing tender enquiries, completing tender evaluation, preparing recommendations and completing contract particulars and documentation.
• Prepare and monitor cashflow forecasts for projects.
• Manage application, certification and invoice schedules for Subcontractors & Suppliers.
• Assist with application preparation and variations to client.
• Assist with preparing Job Cost Reports (JCR's).
• Monitor Supply Chain KPIs and update database.
• Maintain records and tasks for Commercial Department.
• Input data for analysis.
• Other Commercial and Project administration and support tasks in the support of the Pod's overall objectives.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor supporting the Commercial Team in London

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor supporting the Commercial Team in London. Involved in procurement, cashflow forecasting, and project administration.

• Review and approve contract terms and manage commercial correspondence work with legal counsel where required.
• Attend site meetings for contractual discussions and advise on the project issues.
• Valuing variations and monitoring project performance.
• Interpret project documentation to identify opportunities and risks.
• Prepare monthly reports including JCR's (Job Costing Reports) and place orders in timely manner for procurement.
• Demonstrate expertise in dispute resolution and risk management.
• Assist in improving supply chain on conducting commercial audits.
• Produce cash flows and ensure correct notices are issued as per contracts in place.
• Collaborate with Project Managers/Engineers and place supplier/subcontractor orders.
• Prepare and submit client applications and reconcile reports.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Project Quantity Surveyor supporting commercial aspects in M&E contracting

Project Quantity Surveyor

Project Quantity Surveyor supporting commercial aspects in M&E contracting. Managing contracts, valuations, and project performance in the energy or power industry.

• To support our continued growth, we are looking to employ a Consultant to join our consulting team.****This role will work closely with client organisations and internal teams to deliver high-quality consultancy services across Housing, Customer, and Asset departments. The Consultant will take ownership of specific workstreams, contribute to project delivery, and ensure services meet agreed standards for safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Consultant delivering high-quality consultancy services in the housing sector

Consultant needed to deliver high-quality consulting services in the housing sector. Work with clients to ensure project delivery meets safety, reliability, and efficiency standards.

• Manage all assigned commercial activities within the project environment
• Involved with all aspects of the project lifecycle
• Seek to minimize the costs of a project and enhance value for money
• Achieve required standards and quality in accordance with contract and Customer’s and/or Contract Leader expectations
• Work independently or manage a small commercial team
• Undertake the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence
• Ensure contractual and commercial risks and opportunities are identified to the Contract Leader
• Prepare and agree applications for payment or assessment & preparation of payment certificates
• Maintain registers of variations, delay, extension times and claims
• Ensure compliant and consistent implementation of the Company's commercial policies and procedures
• Assist with preparation of monthly progress valuations and claims for work completed
• Interfacing with Customer’s commercial and project teams
• Produce pre-Contract tender negotiations & reports where necessary
• Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and Contract Leader Reports
• Review value management and advise on Risk management
• Prepare supply chain enquiries, negotiate, administer, and finalise / close out supply chain contracts
• Plan and implement change management and cost control
• Provide contractual advice to the project / site team as and when appropriate
• Maintain awareness of the different construction contracts in current use
• Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract Leader / Project Manager

Manage commercial activities for Severn Trent Water projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor managing commercial activities for Severn Trent Water projects. Responsible for cost minimization and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle in Rugby.

• Manage all assigned commercial activities within the project environment.
• Be involved with all aspects of the CSO programme lifecycle, seeking to minimise costs and enhance value for money whilst achieving the required standards and quality in accordance with contract and Customer’s and/or Contract Leader expectations.
• Work independently, managing a small commercial team or under the direction of and report to a more senior commercial designation.

Senior Quantity Surveyor managing commercial activities within a strategic infrastructure upgrade program

Senior Quantity Surveyor managing commercial activities within a strategic infrastructure upgrade program for Northumbrian Water. Involved in cost minimization and value enhancement throughout project lifecycle.

• Providing accurate and value generating input to projects.
• Ensuring that all commercial aspects are carried out in accordance with the contract, company policies and procedures, and to the satisfaction of the customer and/or contract leader.
• Working independently and also under the Commercial lead for the Frameworks.
• Functioning as a member of an integrated team.
• Covering Gatwick Airport Framework projects.

Quantity Surveyor managing projects at Gatwick Airport.

Quantity Surveyor overseeing commercial aspects of projects at Gatwick Airport and St Mary Axe. Seeking skilled individuals with RICS/CICES accredited degree and relevant experience.

• Monitor construction progress through detailed measurement and evaluation of installed quantities against approved plans and baseline estimates
• Maintain and update quantity take-offs and material take-offs (MTOs) based on Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings to support accurate progress tracking
• Develop and maintain forecasting models, including estimate loading and cost projections aligned with project schedules and delivery milestones
• Perform cost-benefit analysis, value engineering assessments, and feasibility studies to optimise labour, materials, and execution strategies
• Analyse variances between planned and actual quantities and provide insights to support corrective actions and commercial decisions
• Contribute to project controls reporting by integrating quantity, cost, and progress data into standard reporting deliverables

Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting construction project delivery and progress monitoring

Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting construction project delivery by monitoring progress against approved plans. Interpreting complex issues and maintaining accurate project controls data.

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