Aqua-Tech Recruitment are currently working with a leading Engineering company who specialise in non-infrastructure and MEICA project delivery within the utilities and construction sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of multiple construction and engineering projects from contract award through to final account. This is a senior-level role with full commercial ownership, cost control responsibility, and involvement in forecasting, reporting, and contract administration. Key responsibilities include: - Full commercial management from tender handover to final account - Budget management and cost control - Cashflow forecasting and sales forecasting - Preparation and submission of monthly applications for payment, certification and payment management - Subcontractor cost assessment and certification, cost value reconciliation (CVR) reporting, subcontract procurement and negotiation, contract and subcontract administration - NEC3 and NEC4 contract management, risk and opportunity management, dispute resolution, and close collaboration with project managers, site teams, finance, procurement and operations. The role also includes mentoring junior quantity surveyors and commercial staff. Essential requirements: - Previous experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor role - Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline - Strong commercial management and financial reporting experience - Proven experience producing detailed cost reports, CVRs and forecasts - NEC3 / NEC4 contract experience, strong negotiation and communication skills and the ability to work autonomously to tight deadlines - Previous water industry and/or MEICA project experience would be advantageous but not essential. Additional information: Regular travel across company offices and project sites Occasional work outside standard hours Enhanced DBS check required This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering commercially successful projects while contributing to a collaborative, values-driven engineering business.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Aqua-Tech Recruitment are currently working with a leading Engineering company who specialise in non-infrastructure and MEICA project delivery within the utilities and construction sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of multiple construction and engineering projects from contract award through to final account. This is a senior-level role with full commercial ownership, cost control responsibility, and involvement in forecasting, reporting, and contract administration. Key responsibilities include: - Full commercial management from tender handover to final account - Budget management and cost control - Cashflow forecasting and sales forecasting - Preparation and submission of monthly applications for payment, certification and payment management - Subcontractor cost assessment and certification, cost value reconciliation (CVR) reporting, subcontract procurement and negotiation, contract and subcontract administration - NEC3 and NEC4 contract management, risk and opportunity management, dispute resolution, and close collaboration with project managers, site teams, finance, procurement and operations. The role also includes mentoring junior quantity surveyors and commercial staff. Essential requirements: - Previous experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor role - Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline - Strong commercial management and financial reporting experience - Proven experience producing detailed cost reports, CVRs and forecasts - NEC3 / NEC4 contract experience, strong negotiation and communication skills and the ability to work autonomously to tight deadlines - Previous water industry and/or MEICA project experience would be advantageous but not essential. Additional information: Regular travel across company offices and project sites Occasional work outside standard hours Enhanced DBS check required This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering commercially successful projects while contributing to a collaborative, values-driven engineering business.
Aqua-Tech are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor (QS) with a strong background in the water industry to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out full main QS functions, managing Compensation Events (CEs), and preparing and reviewing quotations in line with contract requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute QS who is confident managing projects independently and working closely with operational teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Carry out full main Quantity Surveyor duties across assigned projects Manage and administer Compensation Events (CEs), including identification, pricing, submission, and agreement Prepare, review, and negotiate quotations and cost submissions Monitor project costs, budgets, and forecasts Undertake valuations and applications for payment Assess subcontractor applications and manage subcontract accounts Provide commercial advice to project managers and operational teams Ensure compliance with contract terms (e.g., NEC or other relevant forms) Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the water industry Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (or similar) Demonstrable experience managing Compensation Events Experience preparing and reviewing detailed quotations Desirable: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent experience) Membership (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or framework agreements Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially driven Strong attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Results-oriented with a problem-solving mindset What We Offer: Career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing professional development If you are an experienced QS with a solid background in the water sector and are confident managing CEs and quotations, we would love to hear from you.
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
Aqua-Tech are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor (QS) with a strong background in the water industry to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out full main QS functions, managing Compensation Events (CEs), and preparing and reviewing quotations in line with contract requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute QS who is confident managing projects independently and working closely with operational teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Carry out full main Quantity Surveyor duties across assigned projects Manage and administer Compensation Events (CEs), including identification, pricing, submission, and agreement Prepare, review, and negotiate quotations and cost submissions Monitor project costs, budgets, and forecasts Undertake valuations and applications for payment Assess subcontractor applications and manage subcontract accounts Provide commercial advice to project managers and operational teams Ensure compliance with contract terms (e.g., NEC or other relevant forms) Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the water industry Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (or similar) Demonstrable experience managing Compensation Events Experience preparing and reviewing detailed quotations Desirable: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent experience) Membership (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or framework agreements Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially driven Strong attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Results-oriented with a problem-solving mindset What We Offer: Career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing professional development If you are an experienced QS with a solid background in the water sector and are confident managing CEs and quotations, we would love to hear from you.
