Quantity Surveyor – Civils / Infrastructure

Quantity Surveyor
Location: Northampton
Sector: Civil Engineering | Infrastructure (Water, Transport, Energy)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000
Type: Permanent

We're working with a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of infrastructure projects across Northamptonshire and the East of England.

Projects range from framework-based works to bespoke and reactive schemes, typically valued between £200k and £10m+. This role sits within the commercial team, supporting project delivery through strong cost control, reporting and contractual management.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial support across multiple projects, ensuring accurate reporting, cost management and compliance with contractual requirements.

You will work closely with operational teams, clients and the supply chain to drive commercial performance, identify opportunities and mitigate risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management & Reporting

Produce accurate cost and value reporting across projects
Manage cash flow forecasting and cost control
Maintain CVRs, cost reports and commercial plans
Carry out forecasting and commercial analysis

Contracts & Supply Chain

Support subcontract procurement, negotiation and management
Ensure contracts are commercially robust and risks are identified
Prepare and submit applications for payment
Manage variations, claims and additional payments

Stakeholder Management

Liaise with clients and third parties on commercial matters
Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships
Support agreement of variations and commercial resolutions

Internal Coordination

Work closely with site teams to forecast spend and maximise cash recovery
Ensure alignment between commercial and operational delivery
Share best practice and provide commercial guidance to site team

What We're Looking For

Essential

Experience within the construction or civil engineering sector
Strong understanding of NEC/ICE contracts and construction law
Experience in subcontract procurement and commercial management
Strong knowledge of cost reporting, forecasting and analysis
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)

Desirable

RICS membership or working towards chartership
Experience across infrastructure or utilities frameworks
CSCS card
Experience supporting estimating or tendering activities