Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering, Utilities & Infrastructure
Location: Hertfordshire
We're recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading, family-owned civil engineering and utilities contractor with over 40 years' experience delivering essential infrastructure across water, wastewater, gas, and communications networks.
This is a business recognised for its values-driven culture, technical capability, and collaborative approach, working in long-term framework partnerships with major utilities and public bodies. The company combines traditional engineering excellence with modern digital tools, a focus on sustainability, and genuine investment in its people.
You'll join a highly regarded commercial team, supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure schemes across the region, with the opportunity to take commercial lead on key packages and mentor junior colleagues.
Responsibilities
* Full commercial and contractual management of live projects
* Preparation and negotiation of sub-contracts, variations, and final accounts
* Cost forecasting, cashflow management, and reporting
* Support value engineering and change control processes
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, supply chain, and delivery teams
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within civil engineering or utilities (water, gas, or communications preferred)
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
* Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation, and communication skills
* Degree qualified (RICS or equivalent desirable)
Why Join
* Join a contractor with a clear long-term growth strategy and a strong, secured pipeline of framework projects across water, gas, and communications
* Be part of a collaborative, people-focused environment that actively supports professional development, training, and progression
* Work for a business recognised for its engineering excellence, innovation, and commitment to safe, sustainable delivery
If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your input is valued and your career can grow with the business, this is an excellent time to join a trusted name in UK infrastructure delivery.
To apply or discuss further, please get in touch in confidence
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