Quantity Surveyor – Water Sector
Quantity Surveyor – Water Infrastructure
Location: Bristol
We're working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of several water infrastructure projects across the Bristol and South West region.
Operating within a long-term water framework, this role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes, supporting the delivery of sustainable water services for local communities.
You'll work as part of an established commercial team, providing key commercial support while working closely with delivery teams to help ensure projects are delivered successfully against cost, quality and programme targets.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will support two Senior Quantity Surveyors, assisting with contract management, cost control, subcontract management and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
Working closely with project managers, engineers and operational teams, you'll help ensure projects are delivered profitably while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting high standards of project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Support the commercial management of projects to achieve profitability and performance targets
Produce accurate and timely commercial reports, forecasts and cost updates
Assist project teams in achieving contract, cost, quality and programme objectives
Support the preparation and submission of main contract payment applications
Assist with subcontractor management, including procurement, variations, payments and final accounts
Identify, measure and price variations and change events
Accurately measure works to maximise value recovery
Maintain accurate commercial records within project management systems
Support project cost reporting, materials procurement and plant expenditure tracking
Assist with performance reporting and KPI data
Build effective working relationships with project delivery teams and operational managers
Ensure compliance with internal commercial processes and procedures
Contribute to the project team's health, safety and environmental responsibilitiesAbout You
You will be a Quantity Surveyor with experience in civil engineering or infrastructure projects, looking to further develop your commercial career within a supportive project environment.
Essential
Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes
Experience supporting subcontract procurement, variations and payments
Good commercial reporting and cost management skills
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage workload across multiple project activities
Strong organisational and time management skillsDesirable
Experience working within the water or utilities sector
Experience on framework contracts
Degree or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or ConstructionWhat's on Offer
Salary up to £55,000 (DOE)
Annual bonus scheme
Car allowance or car scheme
Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Private medical insurance (role dependent)
Contributory pension scheme
Structured mentoring and professional development programmes
Employee recognition and long service awards
Access to share-save scheme, cycle to work scheme and gym discounts
Employee support services for colleagues and their familiesIf you're a Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career on long-term water infrastructure projects within a collaborative delivery environment, we'd be keen to hear from you