Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water

Job Description

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead for the UK, your role as Senior Quantity Surveyor will involve delivering work with water companies or the Environment Agency in the Midlands area predominantly, with the opportunity to work in the North West of England in consultancy roles. However, there will be an opportunity for progression between the UK water, environment, and nuclear sectors.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have knowledge and experience in pre- and post-contract management in NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC and procurement within the UK water, environment, and nuclear sectors. The senior quantity surveyor will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement and contract management.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have experience working with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and/ or Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI) in design and build major capital programmes.

We will fully support your personal growth and development, enabling you to access full RICS training courses, a path to chartership, or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

• You must have the right to work in the UK
• This role is subject to a client interview and acceptance
• Location: West Midlands-based (4 days client's office and 1 day WFH)
• If you live in the Midlands area and you have the skill set please reach out for a discussion

Key Responsibilities:

General

• NEC3/4 Option A, Option C, Option E ECC Contract management and administration client side
• Budget control
• Payment valuation and assisting the PM in payment certification
• Actual cost forecasting and Defined Cost determination
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues

Pre-Contract

• Feasibility studies and cost planning
• Preparation of tender documentation
• Evaluation of tenders
• Risk management

Post-Contract

• Management and administration of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms
• Cost control and valuation
• Evaluation and negotiation of change orders or variations
• Claims and dispute resolution
• Final accounts and post-project evaluation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying
• Full Membership of chartered body such RICS or a substantively progressed route on an approved APC pathway.
• A wealth of experience postgraduate in Rail, Nuclear, Water and/ or Environment.
• Line Management and recruitment experience of Quantity Surveyors or Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• CDM regulation knowledge and experience.
• Risk management experience
• Valid CSCS card, with Water Hygiene Card desirable.
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience working client side
• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.