Quantity Surveyor
Location: Derby
Negotiable Salary
Permanent, Hybrid

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new role? A water sector leading solutions provider is currently seeking a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial team, supporting key infrastructure projects within the Severn Trent Region. The Quantity Surveyor role offers a hybrid working arrangement and the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the financial management of major works.

Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, the successful Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of several key accounts on a large-scale project, or assume full commercial responsibility for smaller, standalone schemes.

Key Responsibilities: Quantity Surveyor

Preparation of applications for payment, valuations, and cost/value reconciliations.
Financial forecasting and cost control, contributing to monthly commercial reports (value, cost, profit/loss, and cash flow).
Effective supply chain management, ensuring compliance and performance standards.
Supporting risk and value management processes to drive optimal commercial outcomes.
Providing guidance and mentoring to project teams through regular performance reviews.
Managing contracts in line with agreed commercial procedures and relevant contractual frameworks.
Procuring and managing subcontractor packages from enquiry through to final account.
Ensuring timely preparation and submission of all required contractual notifications and documentation.
Proactively identifying and communicating any safety-related risks to site management.
Maintaining consistent liaison with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives.
Offering timely contractual and commercial advice to project teams.

Candidate Requirements: Quantity Surveyor

Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
MRICS-accredited or actively working towards APC.
Demonstrable experience working for a main contractor on infrastructure or construction projects.
Experience within the Water sector would be desirable.
Working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts is heavily advantageous.

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included