Quantity Surveyor - Water Civils

Enable Group; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Enable Group is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Horsham, UK. This position focuses on the full commercial management of water infrastructure projects, requiring deep knowledge of NEC contracts and strong communication skills.

In this role, you will manage cost reporting, oversee subcontractor procurement, and work closely with operational teams. The company promotes a hybrid working environment, emphasizing trust and output while offering a chance to make a real impact on project performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civils or infrastructure.
• Strong, working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Solid operational background with site understanding.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of water infrastructure projects.
• Ownership of cost reporting, CVRs, forecasts and cash flow.
• Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and accounts.
• Administration of NEC contracts including early warnings and change control.
• Collaboration with operational/site teams to drive performance.

Skills

NEC forms of contract knowledge

Commercial awareness

Strong communication skills

Independence in project management

Job description

We’re working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering long-term works across the Southern Water framework, looking to bring in a high-performing Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.

This is not a role for someone who needs hand-holding. They’re looking for a commercially sharp QS who understands how projects actually run and can add value from day one.

The Role:

• Full commercial management of water infrastructure projects
• Ownership of cost reporting, CVRs, forecasts and cash flow
• Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations and accounts
• Administration of NEC contracts (early warnings, compensation events, change control)
• Working closely with operational/site teams to drive performance
• Supporting commercial strategy and project delivery

What They’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civils / infrastructure
• Strong, working knowledge of NEC forms of contract (this is essential)
• Solid operational background – someone who understands site, not just spreadsheets
• Confident managing projects independently
• Commercially aware, proactive, and not afraid to challenge where needed
• Strong communication across delivery and client teams

Why This Role?

• Long-term secured work within the Southern Water framework
• Strong commercial leadership and structure already in place
• Hybrid working built on trust and output (not micromanagement)
• Opportunity to step into a role where you’ll genuinely influence project performance

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor who knows their numbers, understands NEC inside out, and can hold their own on site – this is one worth exploring.

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