| Location | Oxfordshire, United Kingdom |
| Category | Civil Engineering |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Salary | £65K - £70k + Package + Hybrid Working |
Description
We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the South East.
This is an opportunity to join a growing delivery team working across a varied programme of works, ranging from capital maintenance projects through to large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure schemes.
The Role
Reporting into the commercial leadership team, you will play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual performance of projects throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and issue accurate, timely and contract-compliant notices and correspondence
Identify and communicate commercial risks and opportunities to project leadership
Prepare and agree applications for payment and support assessment of payment certificates
Maintain records relating to variations, extensions of time, delays and claims
Ensure commercial processes and procedures are implemented consistently
Support the preparation of monthly valuations and applications for completed works
Assist with tender negotiations and commercial reporting where required
Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts and project commercial updates
Support value engineering and risk management activities
Prepare, negotiate and administer subcontract and supply chain agreements
Implement effective change management and cost control processes
Maintain awareness of current construction and engineering contract forms
Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across projects
About You
You will bring strong commercial awareness together with a practical and collaborative approach to project delivery.
We are looking for:
Proven commercial and financial management experience within construction or infrastructure environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Experience managing commercial reporting, valuations and contract administration
Ability to prepare contractual correspondence and support dispute avoidance
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrable understanding of construction law and contract principles
Organised and methodical approach with excellent attention to detail
Confidence to influence decisions and work effectively across project teams
Qualifications
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
RICS or CICES accredited qualification preferred
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work across a long-term infrastructure programme
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and utility projects
Career development within a growing and collaborative delivery environment
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to perform at their best. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement listed. Diversity of thought, experience and perspective strengthens our teams and drives better outcomes.
This is an opportunity to join a growing delivery team working across a varied programme of works, ranging from capital maintenance projects through to large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure schemes.
The Role
Reporting into the commercial leadership team, you will play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual performance of projects throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and issue accurate, timely and contract-compliant notices and correspondence
Identify and communicate commercial risks and opportunities to project leadership
Prepare and agree applications for payment and support assessment of payment certificates
Maintain records relating to variations, extensions of time, delays and claims
Ensure commercial processes and procedures are implemented consistently
Support the preparation of monthly valuations and applications for completed works
Assist with tender negotiations and commercial reporting where required
Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts and project commercial updates
Support value engineering and risk management activities
Prepare, negotiate and administer subcontract and supply chain agreements
Implement effective change management and cost control processes
Maintain awareness of current construction and engineering contract forms
Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across projects
About You
You will bring strong commercial awareness together with a practical and collaborative approach to project delivery.
We are looking for:
Proven commercial and financial management experience within construction or infrastructure environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Experience managing commercial reporting, valuations and contract administration
Ability to prepare contractual correspondence and support dispute avoidance
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrable understanding of construction law and contract principles
Organised and methodical approach with excellent attention to detail
Confidence to influence decisions and work effectively across project teams
Qualifications
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
RICS or CICES accredited qualification preferred
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work across a long-term infrastructure programme
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and utility projects
Career development within a growing and collaborative delivery environment
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to perform at their best. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement listed. Diversity of thought, experience and perspective strengthens our teams and drives better outcomes.
