Quantity Surveyor

Alexander Associates; Trafford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Associates is seeking a commercially aware Quantity Surveyor in an engineering environment in the UK. The role targets individuals with 2–5 years of experience, focusing on commercial management from inception to completion and strong client/subcontractor relations.

You will work with Project Managers, Design Engineers and the commercial team to maximise profitability and manage risk in a fast-paced project setting.

Qualifications

• Proven numerical and analytical abilities essential for cost control.
• Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities.
• Well-organised with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit and monitor payment applications.
• Track invoices, certificates and payment schedules.
• Raise EWNs and manage variations and change events.
• Support project estimating and cost forecasting.
• Produce monthly CVRs.
• Monitor project costs, POs and commercial performance.
• Review contracts and ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Assist with contract terms and conditions reviews.
• Prepare subcontract documentation and support subcontract management.
• Monitor project progress against programme delivery.
• Build relationships with client commercial teams.
• Support day-to-day quantity surveying activities.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Old Trafford, Manchester

We are looking for a commercially aware Quantity Surveyor to join a growing team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with 2-5 years of experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive engineering environment.

Working closely with Project Managers, Design Engineers and the commercial team, you will support the successful commercial management of projects from inception through to completion. You will help maximise project profitability, manage commercial risk and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit and monitor payment applications.
• Track invoices, certificates and payment schedules.
• Raise Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and manage project variations and change events.
• Support project estimating and cost forecasting.
• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Monitor project costs, purchase orders and commercial performance.
• Review contracts and ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Assist with contract terms and conditions reviews.
• Prepare subcontract documentation and support subcontract management.
• Monitor project progress against programme delivery.
• Build effective relationships with client commercial teams.
• Support day-to-day quantity surveying activities.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

About You

You will be a motivated team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced project environment and is keen to continue developing professionally.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' Quantity Surveying experience within the water sector.
• Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of commercial processes and cost management.
• Knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

• Experience working with different contract forms.
• Knowledge of change management and variation processes.
• Experience preparing estimates and cost plans.
• Familiarity with payment applications and certification procedures.
• Experience supporting commercial negotiations.

This role is suited to someone looking to build on their commercial experience while gaining exposure to a variety of engineering projects. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, take ownership of key commercial activities and continue developing into a well-rounded Quantity Surveyor.