Quantity Surveyor Location: Warrington (Hybrid) Sector: Water / Utilities / Infrastructure Type: Permanent About the Role An established engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team supporting a major water and wastewater asset maintenance framework across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term framework delivering large-scale maintenance and improvement works across a broad portfolio of clean water and wastewater treatment assets. The role offers exposure to a high-volume programme of works within a collaborative, fast-paced and technically interesting environment. The successful candidate will provide commercial support across a portfolio of projects, helping to ensure works are procured effectively, delivered within budget and managed in line with contractual requirements. You will play a key role in identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities, while supporting the wider commercial team in driving strong project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Commercially manage your own portfolio of projects from development stage through to final account Support the preparation and issue of accurate, timely and contractually compliant notices and correspondence Maintain registers for variations, delays, extensions of time and claims Assist with the preparation of monthly valuations and applications for payment Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts and contract budget reports Liaise collaboratively with client and employer commercial teams to maximise opportunities and improve project outcomes Support pre-contract tender negotiations and prepare associated reports where required Contribute to value engineering / value management exercises Advise on risk management and participate in commercial risk workshops Prepare, review and complete subcontract documentation Review subcontract tender enquiries and support subcontract procurement Identify, assess and price specification changes / compensation events / variations Manage subcontract packages from order placement through to final account Attend site meetings as required, monitor progress and support best commercial practice Reconcile weekly plant, labour and material costs against budget Monitor cashflow and support timely payment processes Requirements Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role within construction, utilities or infrastructure Experience administering or working under NEC contracts Previous experience in the water sector is highly desirable, though other infrastructure sector backgrounds will also be considered Good understanding of commercial reporting, cost analysis, forecasting and budget control Experience assessing compensation events / variations Understanding of commercial risk management processes for both cost and programme Experience of, or appreciation for, Earned Value Management (EVM) Strong working knowledge of Excel and commercial systems Qualifications Essential Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent RICS / CICES accredited degree, or working toward a relevant postgraduate qualification with at least 3 years' relevant experience Full UK driving licence Desirable Membership of RICS or CICES, or currently working toward chartership What's on offer? Car / allowance Bonus scheme Private medical cover Enhanced holiday entitlement Matched pension contribution Professional training and career development