Senior Quantity Surveyor Water & Utilities
Location : Kent Hybrid Working
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: 85K + package
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Senior Quantity Surveyor Chatham, Kent Intersect Global is recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a long-term programme of water and wastewater projects across Sussex.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a permanent position with a major infrastructure contractor, offering long-term project security, career progression and the opportunity to work on major AMP8 water and utilities programmes.
The role will be based at the contractor's Chatham, Kent office, with hybrid working available.
The Role Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for a programme of civil engineering and water infrastructure projects.
You will work closely with the operational and commercial teams to manage costs, maximise project performance and ensure successful commercial delivery.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing the commercial performance of projects from pre-construction through to final account
Cost forecasting and management
Valuations, applications for payment and cash flow management
Subcontract procurement and subcontract management
Change management and compensation events
Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
Supporting value engineering initiatives
Preparing and maintaining project forecasts
Managing WIP and maximising cash flow
Agreeing final accounts
Maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners
Supporting tenders, PQQs and other work-winning activities
Working closely with the project delivery team to maximise project margins
About You
The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will have:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or the water sector
Strong knowledge of NEC contracts
Experience managing the commercial delivery of projects
Strong subcontract procurement and commercial management experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A relevant Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification
A stable career history and a genuine interest in long-term career progression
Water sector experience, including AMP6, AMP7 or AMP8 frameworks, would be advantageous but not essential .
What's on Offer
Permanent Senior Quantity Surveyor position
Chatham, Kent location
Hybrid working
Long-term secured workload across the water and utilities sector
Major civil engineering and infrastructure projects
Career progression opportunities towards Managing Quantity Surveyor
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to join a growing Tier 1 contractor
If you are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Kent or the wider South East and are interested in a permanent opportunity within the water, utilities or civil engineering sector, please get in touch with Intersect Global for more information.
Intersect Global is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Senior Quantity Surveor in Chatham employer: Intersect Global Ltd
Intersect Global is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. With competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, employees enjoy hybrid working arrangements and rapid progression opportunities, particularly for those stepping into senior commercial leadership roles. The company prioritises professional development, ensuring that every team member can grow and thrive within the civil engineering sector.
