Quantity Surveyor in Manchester

Energy Jobline CVL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Manchester to manage cost control, payments, cost forecasts and contract compliance within the water industry. The role requires experience in NEC3/4 contracts and strong numerical abilities.

The successful candidate will prepare payment applications, monitor certificates and invoices, raise EWNs and drive cost management across the project. A degree in Quantity Surveying is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the water industry.
• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong grasp of commercial processes and project cost management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit and track applications for payment.
• Monitor certificates, invoices and payment schedules.
• Raise EWNs and manage change, requests and variations.
• Produce and present monthly CVRs.
• Support estimates and cost forecasts.
• Track project costs, purchase orders and commercial performance.
• Review contracts and ensure obligations are met.
• Prepare subcontract documentation and support subcontract management.
• Build relationships with client commercial teams.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost management

Project cost control

Contract understanding

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC3/4 contracts

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Manchester

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £35,000-£45,000

Sector: Water Industry

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit and track applications for payment
• Monitor certificates, invoices and payment schedules
• Raise Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and manage change, requests and variations
• Produce and present monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
• Support estimates and cost forecasts
• Track project costs, purchase orders and commercial performance
• Review contracts and ensure obligations are met
• Prepare subcontract documentation and support subcontract management
• Build strong relationships with client commercial teams
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities

Requirements

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the water industry
• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Good understanding of NEC3/4 contracts
• Strong grasp of commercial processes and project cost management
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships
• Experience with change management, cost plans or commercial negotiations is an advantage
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role