Quantity Surveyor | Civil Engineering | Water Sector | Cornwall
The Opportunity
Water great Quantity Surveying role this is! Real civil engineering. Long-term work. Projects that actually matter.
A well-established, nationally recognised civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their Cornwall-based team in Liskeard, working on a strong and secure pipeline of water sector infrastructure projects.
This is a business known for delivering technically challenging schemes, investing in its people, and offering genuine career stability. If you’re tired of short-term work, thin margins and firefighting, this is a refreshing change.
The Projects
You’ll be working on a varied and interesting portfolio of water infrastructure projects, including:
Water treatment works
Pipelines and strategic mains
Reservoirs
Pumping stations
Associated civils, earthworks and infrastructure These are well-funded, long-term projects delivered under NEC forms of contract, with realistic programmes and a collaborative commercial approach.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in the commercial management of live projects from start to finish, working closely with operational teams and supply chain partners.
Key responsibilities will include:
Commercial management of civil engineering projects
Working under NEC contracts
Cost control, forecasting and reporting
Valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
Managing subcontractor packages and procurement
Change control, compensation events and commercial risk
Supporting project teams to deliver commercially successful outcomes This is a role where your input is valued and your judgement trusted.
About You
This role suits a civil engineering–grounded Quantity Surveyor who enjoys infrastructure work and wants stability.
You’ll bring:
A degree in Quantity Surveying (or similar)
Experience working in civil engineering or infrastructure
Strong knowledge of NEC contracts
Background in one or more of the following:
Water / wastewater
Highways
Infrastructure
Rail
Earthworks
A practical, commercially aware mindset
The ability to work collaboratively with delivery teams What’s In It For You?
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Long-term, secure workload in the water sector
A strong regional presence with national backing
Clear career development and progression opportunities
Supportive, professional team culture
The chance to build a long-term career based in Cornwall Why This Role?
If you’re a Quantity Surveyor who wants real civil engineering projects, long-term security and a business that looks after its people — all while being based in Liskeard, Cornwall — this is an opportunity worth serious consideration.
Interested?
Apply in confidence to find out more