Project Quantity Surveyor

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LJ.B & Co. Construction Recruitment is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor for a desalination project across Suffolk & Essex. You will manage costs, budgets and commercial performance on major water infrastructure schemes and support NEC contract administration to ensure effective governance.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong NEC contract experience. Commutable distance to Suffolk/Essex is essential, with a competitive package and career progression in a

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Strong experience with NEC contracts and commercial management processes.
• Previous experience in water, utilities, infrastructure, or related sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide project-level quantity surveying support across major water infrastructure schemes, managing costs, budgets, forecasts and commercial performance.
• Administer NEC contracts, manage compensation events, variations, payment applications and change control processes.
• Assist with procurement activities, tender evaluations, subcontractor engagement and negotiations.
• Prepare accurate cost reports, forecasts and commercial updates, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and project teams to support delivery of desalination and water recycling projects.

Skills

NEC contracts

Commercial management

Procurement

Cost forecasting

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor - Desalination Project - Suffolk & Essex

We are currently partnering with a multidisciplinary construction and property consultancy with presence across the UK and proven success in a variety of sectors including Rail, Utilities, Energy, Roads, Energy etc. Due to continued growth in their Utilities arm, they are actively seeking an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Suffolk to aid the Commercial Team.

Responsibilities

• Commercial Management & Cost Control
  Provide project-level quantity surveying support across major water infrastructure schemes, managing costs, budgets, forecasts, and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• NEC Contract Management
  Support the administration and delivery of NEC contracts, including managing compensation events, variations, payment applications, and change control processes to ensure effective commercial governance.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Management
  Assist with procurement activities, tender evaluations, subcontractor engagement, and commercial negotiations, ensuring packages are delivered efficiently and provide value for money.
• Cost Reporting & Project Forecasting
  Prepare accurate cost reports, financial forecasts, and commercial updates, identifying potential risks, opportunities, and areas requiring mitigation across live projects.
• Stakeholder & Project Team Coordination
  Collaborate with clients, contractors, designers, and project teams to provide commercial advice and support the successful delivery of complex water infrastructure projects, including desalination and water recycling facilities.

Requirements

• Degree qualified or professionally qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial
• Strong experience with NEC contracts and commercial management processes.
• Previous experience within the water, utilities, infrastructure, or other complex engineering sectors would be highly advantageous.
• Must be based within a commutable distance of Suffolk/Essex

Benefits

£45,000 - £55,000 + Package