Job Description
Job Description - Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager (Water Sector)
Location: South England (Hybrid / Site-based as required)
Contract Type: Umbrella (Inside IR35)
Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience
Discipline: Commercial / Quantity Surveying
Sector: Water / Utilities
About the Role:
We are seeking experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers with strong backgrounds in the water sector to support major frameworks and capital delivery programmes across South England. This role will involve working on large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring effective cost management, commercial governance, and value delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee commercial aspects of water infrastructure projects, from procurement through to final account.
Provide accurate cost forecasting, budget management, and financial reporting.
Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts in line with NEC (NEC3/NEC4) frameworks.
Support the project delivery team with commercial and contractual advice.
Identify, assess, and manage risks and opportunities to protect project and client interests.
Lead on subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and management.
Support change management and compensation events, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
Prepare and present reports to senior stakeholders and clients, including cost/value reconciliations and cash flow forecasts.
Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice in commercial processes.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within the water/utilities sector (essential).
Strong knowledge and experience of NEC contracts.
Demonstrated ability to manage costs, contracts, and risks on complex projects.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field (preferred but not essential).
Professional membership (RICS / CIOB) advantageous.
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work on major water infrastructure projects with leading UK contractors and consultancies.
Hybrid working model with site visits across South England as required.
Contract via umbrella company (inside IR35).
Rate negotiable depending on experience and project scope.
