Water Quantity Surveyor — Major Infra Projects (On-site)

Egis in the UK; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis UK is seeking skilled Quantity Surveyors to join our expanding team, supporting major capital programmes for water companies and the Environment Agency, mainly in the Midlands with consultancy opportunities in the North West. The role offers progression across defence and nuclear sectors.

You will report to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, applying NEC3/4 contracts, procurement and stakeholder engagement to ensure value, compliance and delivery excellence. On-site presence is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
• Progress toward RICS chartership or equivalent
• Experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and risk management
• Exposure to ECI/ESI in design & build programmes
• Line management experience and ability to mentor junior QSs
• Willingness to work on-site a minimum of 4 days per week
• Right to work in the UK; this role is subject to client interview and acceptance

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC3/4 ECC contracts (Options A, C & E) on the client side
• Support budget control, payment valuations, and cost forecasting
• Maintain accurate commercial records and resolve contractual issues
• Collaborate with Project Managers on payment certification and defined cost determination
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost planning
• Assist in preparing and evaluating tender documentation
• Identify risks and contribute to mitigation strategies
• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with terms
• Monitor costs, assist in negotiating variations, and support claims resolution
• Contribute to final account preparation and post-project evaluation
• Work with senior leadership to support bid development and proposal strategy
• Provide commercial input and cost data to strengthen submissions
• Help maintain a database of lessons learned, bid outcomes, and client insights
• Contribute to continuous improvement across commercial and bidding processes

Skills

Line management

Mentoring junior QSs

On-site delivery

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Egis UK is seeking skilled Quantity Surveyors to join our expanding team, supporting major capital programmes for water companies and the Environment Agency, mainly in the Midlands with consultancy opportunities in the North West. The role offers progression across defence and nuclear sectors.

You will report to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, applying NEC3/4 contracts, procurement and stakeholder engagement to ensure value, compliance and delivery excellence. On-site presence is expected.