We are a leading multi-disciplinary engineering and construction company operating in the UK water and wastewater industry. Our experienced in-house teams provide a professional, end-to-end service, delivering a comprehensive range of solutions across the civil and MEICA spectrum. We are committed to building long-term, collaborative relationships with clients and suppliers. Our delivery model focuses on providing exceptional customer service and value, driven by an embedded commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental management. We offer a 'one-stop-shop' solution, covering project design, construction, installation, commissioning, and handover. We are a commercially focused business with a strong social purpose, proud of our dedicated and passionate colleagues who work hard to make a difference every day. We strive to develop and nurture talent, providing a positive and healthy environment that empowers our people to be the best they can be. The Role Due to business growth, we are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team based in Preston. Your role will be to manage the procurement, commercial, and contractual aspects of individual water/wastewater projects and frameworks. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Your core duties will involve the full commercial management of subcontractors, from initial procurement, attending pre-contract meetings, and preparing formal agreements to managing interim and final accounts. You will also be responsible for the measurement of works, budgetary control, monitoring costs, managing overspend, and handling any legal or commercial issues and disputes that may arise. About You Aligned with our company values, you will have excellent oral and written communication skills, be accurate with a strong focus on attention to detail, and thrive in a busy, challenging environment. Ideally, you will have: A relevant qualification (e.g., BSc, NVQ4, MRICS) and a high level of commercial awareness. We require excellent IT, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, along with a strong understanding of various Methods of Measurement and market rates. Crucially, you must have excellent knowledge of various NEC contracts, particularly regarding extension of time claims. An appreciation for Value Engineering and experience commercially managing large M&E projects would be highly desirable