Description
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our growing infrastructure and energy transition team, supporting the delivery of civil engineering and utilities projects under NEC contracts.
You will play a key role in the commercial management of projects involving substations, trenching, cabling, and associated civils works, ensuring strong cost control and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
About the job
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will:
* Provide commercial support across multiple utilities and infrastructure projects
* Manage project costs, forecasts, CVRs, and commercial reporting
* Administer NEC contracts, including Compensation Events and early warnings
* Prepare and negotiate Compensation Event quotations
* Manage subcontract procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts
* Carry out site visits to assess progress and gather commercial information
* Identify commercial risks and opportunities alongside project teams
* Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure compliance with NEC procedures
* Site travel required (Swindon & Surrounding areas)
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
* Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within utilities, infrastructure, civil engineering, or energy projects
* Strong understanding of NEC contracts (ECC Options A/B/C)
* Experience managing subcontractor accounts, variations, and final accounts
* Ability to produce CVRs, forecasts, budgets, and commercial reports
* Good commercial awareness and understanding of cost control
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage workloads effectively and work within a fast-paced environment
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial systems
Desirable
* Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects
* Knowledge of additional contract forms beyond NEC
* Experience using commercial management software or ERP systems
* Professional membership or progress towards RICS/CICES accreditation
* Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to commercial performance
What we offer
OCU offers a flexible and supportive working environment, empowering employees with autonomy, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both career development and wellbeing.
You will be joining a reputable business that is defined by values We care about safety, We make a Positive impact, We lead with Integrity, We deliver to grow, We are One Company United!
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 recruitment@ocugroup.com.
At OCU Group, we don’t just deliver infrastructure - we help power modern life.
As one of the UK’s fastest-growing utility and infrastructure businesses, we deliver complex, nationally critical projects across power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital infrastructure. Over the last five years, OCU has grown five-fold to a £1.1bn organisation, expanding both organically and through strategic acquisitions across the UK, Australia, New Zealand and India.
Our growth is driven by ambitious people, operational excellence, and a commitment to doing things properly. We work on projects that genuinely matter by supporting the UK’s energy transition, strengthening essential infrastructure, and helping build more sustainable communities for the future.
Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to take ownership of major projects and influence delivery at scale, or someone starting your career through an apprenticeship, graduate programme, or placement route, OCU offers real opportunity to grow, develop, and make an impact.
We are building a business where high performance, collaboration, innovation, and accountability sit at the centre of our culture. Our people are trusted to lead, encouraged to challenge thinking, and supported to continuously develop their skills and careers.
At OCU, you won’t just join a growing business, you’ll help shape it.
Our Culture & Values
At OCU, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We care about safety, lead with integrity, strive to be better every day, make a positive impact, and deliver to grow, together, as One Company United.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At OCU Group, we believe diversity, inclusion, and belonging are fundamental to building stronger teams, better ideas, and a more successful business. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
As part of our commitment to fairness and equality, candidates may be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form during the recruitment process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only and plays no part in hiring decisions.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to offering interviews to candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions who meet the essential criteria for the role.