Quantity Surveyor

Aptus Utilities Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cashback benefits

Gym discounts

Donate a Day

Mentoring program

Employee assistance

Job summary

Aptus Utilities Ltd. is seeking a commercially focused professional to manage a portfolio of multi-utility projects from cost reporting through to final accounts.

You will own the commercial cycle, engage with clients, and coordinate with design, operations and finance to ensure strong commercial outcomes. Responsibilities include preparing CVRs, managing variations and valuations, and safeguarding timely payments while maintaining robust project records and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or QS role within utility construction or civil engineering.
• Knowledge of cost reporting, variation management and contract administration.
• Understanding of client valuations and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit CVRs and Project P&L reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify, submit and manage client variations with justification and payment.
• Prepare client valuations and manage submission, agreement and payment.
• Report on commercial performance with design, operations and finance teams.
• Present monthly performance data in meetings and own the financial position.
• Manage debt, pursue payments and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare and agree final accounts for clients and subcontractors.
• Support subcontractor cost control and flag cost exposure to manager.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress and contract compliance.
• Maintain compliant project commercial records and aid wider team delivery.

Skills

Commercial management

Cost reporting

Variations management

Client negotiations

Excel (intermediate)

Time management

Driving licence

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management degree

HNC/HND or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Office

Cost management software

Job description

Overall Purpose of the Role: Responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of an assigned portfolio of multi-utility projects. The role covers the full project commercial cycle from cost reporting and variation management through to client valuations and final accounts and requires an individual who can operate with increasing independence, take clear ownership of their project portfolio, and build effective working relationships with clients and internal teams. You will be involved in building and maintaining strong working relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly cost/value reconciliations (CVRs) and Project P&L reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Identify, prepare, and submit client variations, providing clear commercial justification and following through to agreement and payment in a timely manner.
• Prepare client valuations on a regular basis and manage the submission, agreement, and payment process through to receipt.
• Liaise with design, operations, and finance teams to report and manage the commercial performance of schemes within your portfolio.
• Attend monthly operational performance meetings, presenting commercial performance data and taking accountability for the financial position on your projects.
• Manage client debt on assigned projects, monitoring aged debt, pursuing outstanding payments, and maintaining strong working relationships with clients throughout.
• Prepare and agree final accounts for both clients and subcontractors, ensuring all commercial entitlement is captured and agreed within reasonable timescales.
• Support subcontractor cost management on assigned projects, including checking applications, processing payments, and flagging cost exposure to your line manager.
• Conduct site visits as required to assess progress, validate commercial positions, and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Aptus commercial procedures, policies, and relevant industry regulations across all assigned projects.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised project commercial records and files in line with departmental requirements.
• Support Commercial colleagues on larger or more complex projects as directed, contributing to wider team commercial delivery.

What we ask from you:

• Demonstrable experience in a commercial or QS role within utility construction, civil engineering, or a related contracting environment.
• Working knowledge of cost reporting, variation management, and contract administration processes.
• Competent understanding of client valuations, final accounts, and subcontractor cost control.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with Excel at intermediate user level as a minimum.
• Good communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of projects simultaneously, with sound organisational and time management skills.
• Candidates may hold a relevant degree qualification or have developed their competency through vocational experience — both routes are considered.
• A full UK Driving Licence

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience within the utilities sector (gas, electric, water, or multi-utility).
• Familiarity with NEC or JCT contract forms, even at a basic administrative level.
• HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Working towards or considering professional membership with RICS, CIOB, or equivalent body.
• Experience using commercial management or project cost software.

What we can offer in return:

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few…..
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Location – Unit 19-20, Barrs Fold Road, Wingates Industrial Estate, Bolton, BL5 3XP