Sr Quantity Surveyor – Civils & Utilities
Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering & Utilities
Salary: £55,000–£63,000 (Dependent on Experience) + £4,500 Car Allowance & Full Benefits Package
Location: Greater Manchester
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Our client, a respected civil engineering and construction services provider is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Land Reclamation division. This role will focus on overseeing the commercial and financial performance of multiple civil and utility projects, working closely with the Commercial Manager.
About the Company:
This multi-disciplinary contractor is widely recognised for its commitment to delivering projects that enhance communities and improve everyday living. The organisation operates across a range of sectors including infrastructure, regeneration, housing, landscaping, highways, and plant operations.
Driven by the mission to positively transform communities through construction and environmental improvements, the business holds strong social values. Its six guiding principles—integrity, accountability, continuous development, long-term thinking, collaboration, and mutual support—shape its operations and culture.
About the Opportunity:
This role is ideal for a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with a solid background in civil engineering and utility works. Experience working on framework agreements, particularly those aligned with water utility capital programmes is highly desirable.
Following recent success on a major water infrastructure framework (anticipated to span the next five years), the organisation is expanding its delivery team. The incoming Senior QS will play a key role in ensuring the financial health and contractual integrity of projects within this framework.
You’ll be expected to manage NEC contracts effectively, apply a structured approach to cost tracking, and confidently handle commercial aspects across several concurrent projects. Key to success will be your ability to provide accurate cost forecasting, subcontractor oversight, and change management—ensuring robust, financially-sound delivery.
Collaboration is central to the role. You’ll work closely with operational staff, clients, and supply chain partners, using your communication skills to support successful project outcomes while always maintaining commercial awareness.
If you're a problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to play a central role in the success of long-term infrastructure works, this position offers a rewarding opportunity.
Core Responsibilities:
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Manage project valuations, payment applications, and comprehensive commercial reporting, including reconciliations and final accounts.
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Lead procurement and oversight of subcontractors, ensuring compliance with financial and contractual obligations as well as health and safety standards.
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Identify, assess, and value contract variations and compensation events; manage claims related to time extensions or loss and expense.
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Serve as the commercial point of contact for clients and supply chain, offering contract administration where required.
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Enhance project profitability through effective risk identification, cost control, and resolution of disputes.
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Assist bid teams in pricing and preparing tender submissions when needed.
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Provide commercial input and strategic support to project teams, with a focus on contract compliance and financial performance.
What You’ll Receive:
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Competitive salary range: £55,000–£63,000 DOE
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Annual car allowance: £4,500
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Pension contribution: Employer contributes up to 7.5% (2.5% above employee contribution)
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Life assurance: 3x annual salary
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Employee benefits platform: Discounts on retail, travel, fitness, and more
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Annual leave: 26 days + statutory holidays (includes a 2-week shutdown over Christmas)
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Holiday flexibility: Buy, sell, or carry over unused holiday
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Flexible and hybrid working options available
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Twice-yearly company wellbeing days
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Private medical cover via Bupa
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24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (support for staff and immediate family)
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Free eye exams and discount on corrective eyewear
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Online learning portal for career development
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Car leasing scheme via salary sacrifice (after qualifying period)
How to Apply:
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