Senior Quantity Surveyor

Egis in the UK; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Water Senior Quantity Surveyor to operate within the UK, primarily in the Midlands. The role involves pre- and post-contract management for water, environment, and nuclear sectors, with opportunities to work across the UK water market and related environments.

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead for the UK, you will drive efficiencies, manage supply chain engagement, and use NEC3-4 contracts on major capital programmes, with site presence of 4 days a week a key

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Full Membership of a chartered body such as RICS or a substantively progressed route on an approved APC pathway.
• A wealth of postgraduate experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water and/ or Environment.
• Line Management and recruitment experience of Quantity Surveyors or Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• CDM regulation knowledge and experience.
• Valid CSCS card, with Water Hygiene Card desirable.
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience working client-side.
• Site presence and co-location minimum 4 days a week.
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)

Responsibilities

• NEC3/4 Option A, Option C, Option E ECC Contract management and administration, client side
• Budget control
• Payment valuation and assisting the PM in payment certification
• Actual cost forecasting and Defined Cost determination
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and overseeing any contractual issues
• Feasibility studies and cost planning
• Preparation of tender documentation
• Evaluation of tenders
• Management and administration of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms
• Cost control and valuation
• Evaluation and negotiation of change orders or variations
• Claims and dispute resolution
• Final accounts and post-project evaluation

Skills

NEC3/4 knowledge

Budget control

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS member or APC pathway

Job description

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction, engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 23,500 employees operate across over 70 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

Egis is a leader in the vibrant sector of infrastructure engineering, planning, and management, tasked with sustaining efficient commercial lifecycle stewardship amidst interactions with various third-party entities. As Egis expands its service delivery across the UK, Ireland, and broader European markets, we are committed to becoming the engineering partner of choice while also expanding our talented team. At Egis, we prioritise our people, and to enhance our Water capabilities, we are looking to recruit a skilled Water Senior Quantity Surveyor to operate as part of the Energy and Sustainable Cities Business Line.

This period marks an exhilarating time to join Egis's new Project, Programme, PMO and Commercial Management Capability (“P3M CM”) UK, Ireland and Europe team, which is undergoing a transformative phase. The P3M CM Function at Egis is deeply committed to boosting strategic operations.

• Developing a premier capability and team;
• Proactively engaging with markets and suppliers;
• Streamlining and enhancing operational workflows;
• Achieving results through strong commercial policies;

Amidst the challenges of managing the extensive infrastructure needs of Europe, these dynamic transformations offer numerous opportunities to contribute significantly to Egis's establishment as a leader in the infrastructure sector.

Job Description

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead for the UK, your role as Senior Quantity Surveyor will involve delivering work with water companies or the Environment Agency in the Midlands area predominantly, with the opportunity to work in the North West of England in consultancy roles. However, there will be an opportunity for progression between the UK water, environment, and nuclear sectors.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have knowledge and experience in pre- and post-contract management in NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC and procurement within the UK water, environment, and nuclear sectors. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement and contract management.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have experience working with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and/ or Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI) in design and build major capital programmes.

We will fully support your personal growth and development, enabling you to access full RICS training courses, a path to chartership, or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

• You must have the right to work in the UK
• This role is subject to a client interview and acceptance
• Location: West Midlands-based (4 days at the client's office and 1 day WFH)

Key Responsibilities:

General

• NEC3/4 Option A, Option C, Option E ECC Contract management and administration, client side
• Budget control
• Payment valuation and assisting the PM in payment certification
• Actual cost forecasting and Defined Cost determination
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and overseeing any contractual issues

Pre-Contract

• Feasibility studies and cost planning
• Preparation of tender documentation
• Evaluation of tenders

Post-Contract

• Management and administration of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms
• Cost control and valuation
• Evaluation and negotiation of change orders or variations
• Claims and dispute resolution
• Final accounts and post-project evaluation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying
• Full Membership of a chartered body such as RICS or a substantively progressed route on an approved APC pathway.
• A wealth of postgraduate experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water and/ or Environment.
• Line Management and recruitment experience of Quantity Surveyors or Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• CDM regulation knowledge and experience.
• Valid CSCS card, with Water Hygiene Card desirable.
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience working client-side
• Site presence and co-location minimum 4 days a week
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)