Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water

Egis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis, a leading global consulting and engineering firm, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Energy and Sustainable Cities Business Line. This role involves managing NEC3/4 contracts, controlling budgets, and ensuring effective stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying, with opportunities for progression across various sectors. Join us to contribute to innovative projects that shape a sustainable future.

Benefits

Access to RICS training

Career development opportunities

Commitment to sustainability

Qualifications

• Chartered membership (RICS) or on an APC pathway required.
• Postgraduate experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water, or Environment sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 contracts on a client side.
• Control budgets and perform payment valuations.
• Administer construction contracts and handle claims post-contract.

Skills

Contract Management

Stakeholder Management

Cost Forecasting

Risk Management

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

MSc in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC3 Contracts

NEC4 Contracts

Job description

About Us

Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport, and mobility services. Joining our group and its 20,000 employees means sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

Egis is a leader in infrastructure engineering, planning, and management, focused on sustaining efficient commercial lifecycle stewardship. As we expand across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, we aim to be the engineering partner of choice and are growing our talented team. We prioritize our people and are looking to recruit a skilled Water Senior Quantity Surveyor for our Energy and Sustainable Cities Business Line.

About the Role

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead for the UK, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will primarily work with water companies or the Environment Agency in the Midlands, with opportunities to work in the North West of England. There is potential for progression into sectors like water, environment, rail, or nuclear.

The ideal candidate will have experience in pre- and post-contract management within NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC frameworks, procurement, and major project delivery, including ECI and ESI processes.

We support your personal growth through access to RICS training, pathways to chartership, and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 contracts (Options A, C, E) on a client side
• Control budgets and perform payment valuations
• Forecast costs and determine defined costs
• Maintain productive stakeholder relationships
• Ensure proper commercial record-keeping and manage contractual issues
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost planning, tender evaluation, and risk management pre-contract
• Administer construction contracts, control costs, evaluate change orders, and handle claims post-contract
• Manage final accounts and conduct post-project evaluations

Requirements

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying
• Chartered membership (RICS) or on an APC pathway
• Postgraduate experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water, or Environment sectors
• Line management experience of QS teams
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management
• Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card preferred
• Experience working with main contractors or joint ventures, client-side
• Site presence of at least 3 days per week
• Proficiency with NEC3/4 contracts (A-C-E)
• Right to work in the UK
• Note: Role subject to client interview and acceptance

What We Offer

We are committed to sustainability and making a positive impact. Join us to help shape a better future through innovative projects. We support community and environmental initiatives via the Egis Foundation.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. Applications are assessed based on experience and fit for the role, promoting an inclusive culture where everyone is valued and respected.