Project Quantity Surveyor in City

ITS (Cardiff) Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Wales is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to manage quantity surveying and contract administration activities across major water infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a Quantity Surveying degree, experience in civil engineering, and strong skills in cost management and contract administration. Competitive salary and benefits available.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company vehicle or allowance

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Life assurance and accident cover

Paid subsistence for overnight stays

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification (HNC/HND accepted with relevant experience).
• Experience working in civil engineering, ideally within the water sector.
• Strong understanding of NEC forms of contract and commercial procedures.
• Proficiency in cost management, reporting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management activities across multiple civil and water projects.
• Administer contracts, ensuring full compliance with procedures.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts with clients.

Skills

Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification

Experience in civil engineering

Understanding of NEC forms of contract

Proficiency in cost management

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Title: Project Quantity Surveyor Water Infrastructure

Location: Cardiff (with regional travel as required)

Sector: Water, Environmental & Civil Engineering

Reporting to: Commercial Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and driven Project Quantity Surveyor to work across major water infrastructure projects based in South Wales, including clean water networks, wastewater treatment facilities, reservoirs, and dam upgrades.

This is a key commercial role responsible for successfully managing all quantity surveying and contract administration activities from project award through to final account. The successful candidate will support project delivery teams to ensure financial performance is delivered with accuracy, integrity, and in alignment with best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management activities across multiple civil and water projects.
• Administer contracts (preferably NEC or similar), ensuring full compliance with procedures.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Manage cost reporting, forecast management, and financial performance reviews.
• Assist in procurement processes, contract negotiations, and supplier engagement.
• Support project managers and site teams in risk management, variation control, and opportunity capture.
• Assist in the production of tenders, cost estimates, and feasibility studies for future project opportunities.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier claims, issuing payment notices and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Promote good record-keeping for auditing, claim defense, and cost capture.
• Drive post-contract value engineering and commercial innovation aligned to environmental and cost objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and safety-first culture within project teams.

Skills & Qualifications Required

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification (HNC/HND accepted with relevant experience).
• Experience working in civil engineering, ideally within the water sector.
• Strong understanding of NEC forms of contract and commercial procedures.
• Proficiency in cost management, reporting, and forecasting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team across multiple projects.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel regionally to project sites.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Company vehicle or allowance, with fuel card for business travel.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Private medical insurance for you and your family.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Life assurance and accident cover.
• Paid subsistence for roles requiring overnight stays.
• Access to professional development opportunities and support with chartership.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
• Opportunities to participate in industry groups and sustainability initiatives.
• Paid volunteering days to support community-based initiatives.

Culture & Values

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to bring their whole self to work. Diversity and inclusion are central to our culture, and we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

We believe in fostering collaboration, driving innovation, investing in our people, and working to deliver better outcomes for the environment and the communities we serve.

If this is something you are interested in, please apply and upload your CV.