Senior Quantity Surveyor Lead – Major Projects (Hybrid)

idibu; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Private health care

Annual leave 26-30 days

Job summary

Thames Water is looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead a busy team of QS professionals within the AMP8 programme. The role focuses on delivering value and life’s essential services to customers while coordinating with stakeholders.

The base location is Reading with hybrid working. You will oversee contract commercial management and drive performance, with emphasis on leadership, negotiation, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) is required.
• Background in civil engineering sector (transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar).
• Chartered or detailed knowledge of the RICS would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of up to 40 Quantity Surveyors across levels.
• Oversee a contractor programme value of up to £400m per annum in AMP8.
• Manage commercial aspects of contracts and supplier negotiations to balance risk and resilience.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Team player

Driving license

RICS knowledge

Self-starter

Resilience under pressure

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Thames Water is looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead a busy team of QS professionals within the AMP8 programme. The role focuses on delivering value and life’s essential services to customers while coordinating with stakeholders.

The base location is Reading with hybrid working. You will oversee contract commercial management and drive performance, with emphasis on leadership, negotiation, and risk management.