At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the commercial lifecycle of renewable energy projects and ensure profitability.
- Company: Cotswold Energy Group, a leader in decarbonisation solutions with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Training, development opportunities, company pension, and free parking.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth in a booming sector.
- Why this job: Join a fast-growing company making a real impact in renewable energy.
- Qualifications: Experience in Quantity Surveying, strong numerical skills, and commercial awareness.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60000 £ per year.
Cotswold Energy Group is an exciting, profitable company within a large growth sector supplying decarbonisation solutions to the domestic and commercial markets. The company was founded by three childhood friends with the ethos of providing straightforward, transparent solutions to help customers harness the benefits of renewable technologies. As we have grown, this ethos has stayed at the heart of how we operate, and we promote a culture of support and togetherness whilst striving to be the best in the category. We design and install renewable energy technologies, including ASHP, GSHP, WSHP and Solar PV, along with all associated building services. We work with both Public and Private Sector clients, and our projects range from domestic residences through to commercial buildings, leisure centres, and education facilities.
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of renewable and mechanical/electrical projects across the commercial sector. The role will be responsible for the full commercial lifecycle of projects from tender stage through to final account, ensuring strong commercial control, contractual compliance, accurate reporting, and protection of project profitability. Projects are typically within the public and private commercial sectors and include technologies such as:
- Air Source Heat Pumps
- Ground Source Heat Pumps
- Solar PV
- Energy Centres
- Mechanical & Electrical installations
- Decarbonisation works
Key Responsibilities
- Pre-Construction & Tender Support
- Support commercial review of tender opportunities and bid/no-bid decisions
- Review client contracts and identify commercial risk exposure
- Manage payment terms, notices, variations, and contractual obligations
- Issue contractual notices including EOTs and compensation events where applicable
- Maintain commercial compliance throughout project delivery
- Produce commercial and insurance risk reviews
- Develop pricing schedules and cost plans
- Review BoQs/BoMs alongside technical and sales teams
- Identify commercial risks and contractual concerns
- Support commercial input into tender submissions
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Produce and issue subcontractor and supplier enquiries
- Analyse quotations and ensure scope alignment
- Negotiate subcontract and supplier packages
- Support procurement strategy and package buyouts
- Prepare and place subcontract orders
- Contract & Commercial Management
- Manage applications for payment and valuations
- Maintain CVRs and project cost reporting
- Monitor forecast vs actual margins
- Track project profitability and commercial performance
- Support project teams with commercial decision-making
- Variations & Change Management
- Work closely with project management teams to identify variations early
- Price, submit, negotiate, and agree variations
- Maintain variation trackers and monitor conversion rates
- Project Close-Out
- Agree final accounts with clients
- Close subcontractor accounts
- Manage retention tracking and release
- Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement
- Reporting & Forecasting
- Produce monthly commercial reports and CVRs
- Forecast project final account positions
- Support cashflow forecasting activities
- Report on annual revenue and profitability forecasts
- Highlight commercial risks and opportunities to management
Requirements
Essential Experience
- Previous Quantity Surveying experience within construction, M&E, or renewable energy projects
- Strong understanding of commercial project delivery
- Experience managing subcontractors and applications
- Good contractual awareness
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously
Desirable Experience
- Experience with renewable energy or decarbonisation projects
- Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
- Experience in public sector projects
- Understanding of MCS or renewable compliance environments
Key Attributes
- Commercially aware
- Organised and detail focused
- Strong communicator
- Proactive problem solver
- Able to work collaboratively across departments
- Comfortable working in a fast-growing business environment
Benefits
- Training & Development
- Company Pension (Stakeholder)
- Free Parking
Quantity Surveyor in Stonehouse employer: Cotswold Energy Group
Cotswold Energy Group is an exceptional employer that champions a culture of support and collaboration, making it an ideal place for a Quantity Surveyor to thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth through training and development opportunities, alongside competitive benefits such as a company pension and free parking, we empower our team to excel in the rapidly evolving renewable energy sector. Join us in making a meaningful impact while working on diverse projects that contribute to a sustainable future.
