Water Senior Quantity Surveyor

Egis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its dynamic team, focusing on projects within the water sector and beyond. This role offers the chance to manage contracts, control budgets, and foster stakeholder relationships while contributing to significant infrastructure projects. The company prioritizes personal growth, providing access to RICS training and chartership pathways. Join a forward-thinking firm committed to sustainability and innovation, where your expertise will help shape the future of infrastructure across the UK and Europe.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water, or Environment sectors.
• Proficiency in managing NEC3/4 contracts and stakeholder relationships.
• Valid CSCS card and Water Hygiene Card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 Option A, C, E ECC contracts on the client side.
• Control budgets and value payments effectively.
• Maintain productive stakeholder relationships and manage contractual issues.

Skills

Pre- and post-contract management

Experience with NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC frameworks

Procurement in water, environment, rail, or nuclear sectors

Managing supply chains

Contract management

Early Contractor Involvement (ECI)

Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI)

Stakeholder relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s in Quantity Surveying

Master’s in Quantity Surveying

Full RICS membership

Tools

NEC3/4 contracts

CDM regulations knowledge

Job description

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Company Description

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 lifecycle stewardship amidst interactions with third-party entities. As Egis expands across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, we aim to be the engineering partner of choice and to grow our talented team. We prioritize our people and are seeking a skilled Water Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Energy and Sustainable Cities Business Line.

This is an exciting time to join Egis's new Project, Programme, PMO, and Commercial Management Capability (“P3M CM”) team in the UK, Ireland, and Europe, which is undergoing transformation. Our goals include developing a top-tier team, engaging proactively with markets and suppliers, streamlining operations, and achieving results through strong commercial policies. These efforts present numerous opportunities to contribute to Egis's leadership in infrastructure.

Job Description

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead for the UK, your role as Senior Quantity Surveyor involves delivering projects with water companies or the Environment Agency, mainly in the Midlands, with opportunities in the North West of England. There may also be progression opportunities across UK water, environment, rail, or nuclear sectors.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you should have experience in pre- and post-contract management within NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC frameworks, and procurement in the UK water, environment, rail, or nuclear sectors. Your major project experience will be essential in driving efficiencies, managing supply chains, and overseeing contracts. Experience with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and/or Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI) in design and build projects is also required.

We support your personal growth through access to RICS training, career development, and chartership pathways. We believe in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing NEC3/4 Option A, C, E ECC contracts on the client side
• Controlling budgets and valuing payments
• Forecasting actual costs and defining costs
• Maintaining productive stakeholder relationships
• Keeping commercial records and managing contractual issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Quantity Surveying
• Full RICS membership or a clear route to chartership
• Extensive postgraduate experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water, or Environment sectors
• Experience in line management and recruitment of Quantity Surveyors or Assistants
• 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 required at least 3 days/week
• Proficiency with NEC3/4 contracts (A-C-E)
• Right to work in the UK

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet. Our work aims to leave a positive legacy, addressing climate change and supporting educational and social initiatives through the Egis Foundation. We are an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. Your application will be assessed based on experience and suitability, fostering an inclusive culture.