Job Description
Quantity Surveyor
Deeside (Fulltime)
Competitive Package & progression
As a Quantity Surveyor in the water industry, you will play a pivotal role in driving the commercial success of complex infrastructure projects. From cost control and procurement to contract management and risk mitigation, you will bring technical precision, commercial insight, and clear communication to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to the highest standards.
At OCU, we lead the market in end-to-end infrastructure engineering across the utilities, digital, and energy sectors. Our unmatched breadth of capability, operational scale, and investment in cutting-edge technology enable us to deliver complex client requirements safely, efficiently, and at pace.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate cost estimates and develop detailed project budgets, monitoring expenditure and identifying cost efficiencies throughout the project lifecycle.
* Manage tendering and procurement activities, including bid evaluation, contract negotiation, and supplier and subcontractor engagement.
* Administer contracts, variations, and claims, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and client requirements while resolving commercial issues.
* Implement robust cost control measures, producing regular cost reports, forecasts, and variance analysis to manage risk and profitability.
* Measure, value, and certify works completed, ensuring accurate interim and final payments in line with contractual terms.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and project risks, working collaboratively with project teams to protect project outcomes.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field
* Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS/CICES) or working towards chartered status is preferred.
* Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or relevant experience in the construction industry.
* Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and cost management principles.
* Proficiency in quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office suite
* Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
* Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
* M&E experience desirable but not essential
About OCU Group
At OCU, we don’t just deliver infrastructure, we engineer the future. As a leader in end-to-end solutions for the utilities, digital and energy sectors, we specialise in safely and efficiently tackling complex challenges for our clients. With unrivalled expertise, industry-leading technology and a proven track record, we’re not simply part of the market, we’re driving it forward.
Our work underpins the critical services communities across the UK rely on every day. From accelerating the transition to renewable energy to building the digital networks of tomorrow, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and long-term impact.
When you join OCU, you’ll discover more than a career, you’ll find purpose. Here, your contribution makes a visible difference in the success of the projects you help deliver, in the growth of your colleagues and in the positive change we create together.
We partner with some of the UK’s most recognised names in power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital infrastructure. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for exceptional people to grow with us.
If you’re ready to inspire, innovate and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing Luke.bolan@ocugroup.com