Closing Date: 24/09/2026 Quantity Surveyor Bowburn - Salaried Civil Engineering - Drainage & Wastewater Network Explore

Esh Group; North East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Esh Group in Durham is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial management of water sector contracts. You will ensure accurate measurement, valuations, and cash flow across projects, supporting delivery through financial control and contractual compliance.

You will prepare interim valuations, manage sub-contractor payments, assess variations, and produce monthly cost-to-completion forecasts with the Site Manager.

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying or equivalent.
• Experience with water industry contracts and NEC/Target Cost.
• Strong measurement, valuation, and contract administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts.
• Procurement and management of sub-contractors per programme.
• Administer sub-contractor contracts and variations.
• Evaluate sub-contractor payments and issue notices.
• Produce cost value reconciliations and forecasts.
• Collaborate with Site Manager to monitor progress and margin.

Skills

Interim valuations

Final accounts

Subcontract procurement

Payment applications

Measurement on site

Variations evaluation

Cost control

NEC contracts

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Extranet

PM software

Job description

This role is based within our civils frameworks division which delivers projects for Northumbrian Water Group (NWG). Through dedicated delivery teams we deliver planned rehabilitation work and capital projects worth up to £5 million, as well as a 24/7 service 365 days per year for trenchless and traditional sewer repairs, including manhole replacement, pipework rehabilitation and reactive emergency responses.

About the role:

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a large and friendly team, overseeing the commercial management of contracts within the Water Industry. The role involves ensuring accurate measurement, valuation, and effective cash flow management across assigned projects. The successful candidate will support project delivery by maintaining financial control and contractual compliance.

Location:

Durham

What we will expect from you:

• Preparation of Interim Valuations and Final Accounts
• Procurement of sub-contractors in line with target programme and company policy requirements for competency of sub-contractors, recommendations, orders, warranties. including pre-order meetings
• Contract administration of sub-contracts (including progress meetings, delay evaluation, variations, day works, clean up notices, damages, material waste, defects, relevant notices)
• Timely and accurate assessment and payment of sub-contractor’s applications and issue of payment notifications to sub-contractor, including contra charges
• Final Account agreement of sub-contract accounts
• Measurement of quantities both on site and from drawings, where required
• Timely and accurate evaluation of variations and monitoring of the same
• Weekly direct labour and plant sub-contractor payments if required
• Material cost control
• Accurate production of internal valuations, sub-contract liabilities and cost value reconciliations in line with the Commercial reporting timetable
• Working closely with the Site Manager and rest of delivery team to monitor progress and its effect on margin and producing joint monthly cost to completion forecasts
• Ensuring good quality and accurate records are kept and maintained
• Delay identification, notification, in tandem with Quantity Surveying line manager
• Attendance and participation at regular design review, internal and external progress review meetings

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder.
The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

What to Expect from us:

At Esh, our values shape the way we work every day — and you can expect to see them in action from the moment you join us.

• Care:We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work
  
• Trust:You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you when needed
  
• Integrity:We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision‑making
  
• Respect:We value diverse perspectives and create a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity
  
• Working Together:Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results

Together, these values create a workplace where people feel welcome, trusted, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a relevant Degree or equivalent
• Experience of the Water Industry, including:

- Water Treatment Processes (both Potable & Wastewater)
- Water storage & conveyance
- MEICA
- ICA & SCADA
- Environmental impact & implications
- Flood prevention

• Experience of working:

- on Frameworks within the relevant sector or as specific to project
- with NEC Target Costs Contracts
- on Design & Construct Schemes
- on Water Industry schemes

• Experience of Microsoft and office IT packages
• Experience in use of extranet and electronic project management systems
• An understanding of project planning

Attributes & Skills:

• Excellent telephone skills
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately
• Able to produce accurate work within required deadlines
• Has a “can do/ will do” attitude
• Is punctual and reliable
• To work safely and efficiently
• Keeps people informed of progress on key tasks
• Polite and approachable at all times
• Is open to new ideas and listens to other people’s point of view
• Takes responsibility for managing own performance and personal development
• Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner