Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water & Utilities (Hybrid)

Alexander Associates; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Associates seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor in London with extensive experience in water and utilities infrastructure. The role offers flexible hybrid working and long-term or permanent employment options. You will lead commercial delivery, manage NEC3 contracts, and drive cost control across major projects.

You will report to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, oversee cost reporting, and mentor junior staff, aiming to maximise commercial performance and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent.
• Chartered status or working towards membership of a recognised professional institution.
• Experience within water, utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience working under NEC3 contracts.
• Proven commercial management and quantity surveying experience on infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of projects and work packages.
• Work with design, construction, and supply chain teams to monitor and control project costs.
• Build relationships with clients to achieve project and business objectives.
• Administer NEC contracts, including notices and correspondence.
• Prepare, issue, and manage subcontract documentation.
• Support procurement, management, and performance of subcontractors.
• Prepare and agree applications for payment.
• Produce project cost reports, budgets, forecasts and commercial updates.
• Mentor and support junior commercial team members.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships and uphold a professional image.

Skills

Commercial management

Quantity surveying

NEC3 contracts

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Job description

Alexander Associates seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor in London with extensive experience in water and utilities infrastructure. The role offers flexible hybrid working and long-term or permanent employment options. You will lead commercial delivery, manage NEC3 contracts, and drive cost control across major projects.

You will report to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, oversee cost reporting, and mentor junior staff, aiming to maximise commercial performance and client satisfaction.