Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water

Full-Time 50000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Construction and Property

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead commercial delivery of infrastructure projects and manage cost reporting.
  • Company: Join a top UK infrastructure contractor with strong job security.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and potential for long-term career growth.
  • Other info: Opportunity to transition to a permanent role after initial contract.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on critical network assets while developing junior talent.
  • Qualifications: Qualified Quantity Surveyor with senior-level experience in commercial management.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.

Your new company

You will be joining a leading UK infrastructure contractor, delivering work across a long-term utilities and infrastructure framework in the South East. This programme spans several years and focuses on the upgrade and maintenance of critical network assets, offering strong job security and continuity. The role is based in the West Sussex area, with a hybrid working pattern.

Your new role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects within a regulated utilities environment. You will oversee cost management, valuations, variations, and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered in line with budget and commercial objectives. You will also be responsible for managing and supporting 2 Quantity Surveyors / Junior QSs, ensuring consistent delivery across the team while developing junior talent. This role is offered on an initial contract basis (inside IR35), with a clear opportunity to transition into a longer-term or permanent position following an initial period of around 15 weeks.

What you’ll need to succeed

  • Qualified Quantity Surveyor (QS)
  • Proven experience operating at Senior QS level
  • Strong background in commercial management within infrastructure projects
  • Experience within utilities, water, or similar regulated sectors is advantageous
  • Candidates from environmental, aviation, nuclear, or wider infrastructure backgrounds will also be considered

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water employer: Hays Construction and Property

Join a leading UK infrastructure contractor that prioritises employee growth and job security, particularly in the dynamic South East region. With a strong focus on team collaboration and development, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior talent while working on critical network projects that ensure the sustainability of essential services. The hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making this an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the utilities sector.

Hays Construction and Property

Contact Details:

Hays Construction and Property Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water

Commercial Management
Cost Management
Valuations
Financial Reporting
Project Delivery
Team Management
Mentoring