Managing Quantity Surveyor – Water Projects (Thames Water AMP8 Frameworks)
Location: Thames Valley region (hybrid working)
Overview
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK civil engineering and utilities contractor delivering major works within the Thames Water AMP8 programme. The role offers the chance to oversee commercial delivery across a portfolio of water infrastructure schemes, leading a commercial team and supporting the strategic growth of a long-term framework partnership.
The Role
The Managing Quantity Surveyor will take full commercial responsibility for a section of the Thames Water AMP8 framework, ensuring robust financial management across both clean and wastewater schemes. You’ll manage a team of Quantity Surveyors, oversee subcontractor performance, and drive cost control, forecasting, and value management to ensure project and framework profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the commercial management of multiple water infrastructure projects under the AMP8 framework.
* Manage and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors, supporting development and consistency across projects.
* Oversee cost planning, budgeting, change control, and commercial reporting to both internal stakeholders and the client.
* Administer NEC contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms and commercial procedures.
* Engage with operational teams to provide accurate cost/value reconciliation, cashflow forecasting, and risk analysis.
* Work collaboratively with Thames Water and delivery partners to ensure transparent commercial performance and shared success.
* Lead subcontract procurement, tendering, and contract negotiation.
* Drive efficiencies through value engineering and proactive commercial strategy.
Experience Required:
* Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (RICS accreditation preferred).
* Proven experience in a commercial leadership role within the water, utilities, or civil engineering sectors.
* Strong knowledge of NEC suite of contracts.
* Experience delivering multi-million-pound infrastructure frameworks.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and car allowance.
* Private healthcare, pension, and annual bonus.
* Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements.
* Long-term career development within a national civil engineering contractor.