Junior Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor Location: Durham (Hybrid) Hours: 40 Hours per Week Rate: £318 per day (Ltd – based on 8-hour day) Duration: 12 months Overview: Our client is an Engineering and Project Services consultancy seeking a Junior Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of water infrastructure projects in Durham under the Northumbrian Water framework. Reporting to the Frame Manager, you will provide commercial support across multiple live projects within the AMP 8 programme, ensuring robust cost control, contract administration, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a regulated utilities environment on long-term infrastructure investment works. Duties: Support the commercial management of clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects Assist with NEC3 / NEC4 contract administration Manage and track Compensation Events and Early Warnings Support subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and account management Prepare, review, and agree applications for payment Assist with cost forecasting, CVRs, and financial reporting Support change management processes in line with contract requirements Maintain accurate commercial records and contractual correspondence Liaise with operational, design, and project delivery teams Ensure compliance with framework and governance requirements Experience & Requirements Essential Demonstrated experience within the utilities sector (clean water, wastewater, or gas) Experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial management role Working knowledge of NEC contracts Strong commercial awareness and cost control capability 2-5 years experience minimum Desirable Degree in Quantity Surveying or related commercial management discipline Working towards or holding MRICS (Chartered) status Experience operating within a regulated framework environment Additional Requirements Strong numerical, analytical, and reporting skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Ability to work under senior commercial leadership Full UK driving licence preferred Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business