Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water Infrastructure
Location: Bristol / South West | Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 (base) + package | Benefits: travel allowance, leave, private healthcare, pension, bonus.
Overview
A leading infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the delivery of several capital water projects for a major water provider covering the South West. Based out of Bristol, this role will involve managing projects located locally and along the M5 corridor heading South. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior QS who enjoys taking ownership of projects from inception through to final account, whilst also supporting the development of junior commercial staff and working closely with the client.
Responsibilities
* Full commercial management across the lifecycle of projects
* Procurement and subcontract management
* Cost forecasting and reporting
* Change management and compensation events
* Managing client applications and valuations
* Final accounts and commercial close out
* Supporting and mentoring a junior Quantity Surveyor
* Working closely with operational teams to drive commercial performance
Qualifications
* Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the UKs utilities, infrastructure or civil engineering sectors
* Previous experience administering NEC contracts
* Strong commercial reporting and cost management skills
* Ability to manage projects independently
* Water sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential
* Full UK driving licence
Benefits
* £55,000 – £65,000 basic salary
* £5,000 travel allowance
* 25 days leave + bank holidays
* Private healthcare
* Private pension contributions
* Discretionary bonus
* Excellent long‑term career prospects, work‑life balance, job security, and support from an experienced and friendly team
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