Water Senior Quantity Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Manchester. This role involves managing NEC contracts and delivering projects in the water, rail, and nuclear sectors. You will have the opportunity to work on major capital programs, ensuring efficient contract management and stakeholder engagement. The company is committed to personal development, offering support for RICS training and chartership. Join a forward-thinking firm that values sustainability and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in your career.

Benefits

Full RICS training courses

Path to chartership

Personal development support

Qualifications

• Experience in pre- and post-contract management in NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC.
• Knowledge of risk management and construction contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 contract administration and budget control.
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare tender documentation.

Skills

Contract Management (NEC3/4)

Cost Control

Budget Control

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Master’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Full Membership of RICS

Tools

NEC3-4 Contracts

CSCS Card

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Client:

Egis Group

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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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 opportunity to work in the North West of England in consultancy roles. However, there will be opportunity for progression between UK water, environment, rail or 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 form and procurement within the UK water, environment, rail or nuclear sector. 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 access to 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.

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
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues

Pre-Contract

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

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 chartered body such RICS or a substantively progressed route on an approved APC pathway.
• A wealth ofexperience postgraduate in Rail, Nuclear, Water and/ or Environment.
• Line Management and recruitment experience of Quantity Surveyors or Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• CDM regulation knowledge and experience.
• Risk management 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 3 days a week
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)
• You must have the right to work in the UK
• This role is subject to client interview and acceptance

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.