Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 75,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Cumbria
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Our client, a leading civil engineering and infrastructure specialist, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its water sector team on a permanent, site-based basis in Cumbria. The role will provide commercial leadership across complex water and civil engineering projects, supporting cost control, contractual compliance and successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the commercial management and financial performance of assigned projects
Prepare and maintain monthly cost value reconciliations, cost plans, forecasts and commercial reports
Manage cash flow, expenditure, applications for payment and cash recovery
Administer main contracts and subcontracts, with particular emphasis on NEC3, NEC4 and IChemE forms
Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation, measurement, certification, accruals and final account settlement
Identify, manage and realise commercial opportunities while mitigating contractual and financial risk
Work closely with project teams, clients, subcontractors, suppliers and finance colleagues on commercial matters
Provide guidance to junior commercial staff and promote effective cost management practices across site teams
Job Requirements:
Significant experience in quantity surveying within the construction, water or civil engineering sectors
Strong working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 forms of contract
Experience in subcontract procurement, commercial meetings, measurement, cost control, certification and final accounts
Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting, cost analysis, CVR preparation and commercial reporting
Experience working on complex or higher-value projects, or managing a portfolio of projects concurrently
Experience managing, mentoring or supporting other members of a commercial team
Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification
RICS membership or progression towards membership
This permanent, full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor to contribute to major water and infrastructure projects while supporting strong commercial performance. Apply now to take the next step in your career