At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage contracts and ensure financial control in exciting water infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join Esh-Stantec, a dynamic joint venture focused on sustainable engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, enhanced holidays, and exclusive savings on lifestyle.
- Other info: Collaborative culture that values your growth and well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the water industry while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree qualified with 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
- All current vacancies
- Role: Quantity Surveyor
- Sector: Civil Engineering - Drainage & Wastewater Network
This role is based within Esh-Stantec which is a joint venture between Esh Construction and sustainable design and engineering firm, Stantec.
Esh-Stantec works in partnership with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as a Living Water Enterprise supply partner and provides an end-to-end solution for water and wastewater capital infrastructure projects.
About The Role
We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a large and friendly team, overseeing the commercial management of contracts within the Water Industry.
The role involves ensuring accurate measurement, valuation, and effective cash flow management across assigned projects.
The successful candidate will support project delivery by maintaining financial control and contractual compliance.
- Location
- Bowburn
- What We Will Expect From You
- The candidate shall be able to support Senior QS / MQS in commercial delivery, ensuring compliance with contract and company procedures by:
- Having a thorough understanding of assigned projects to drive Cost Control / Value Engineering
- Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the income from the works
• Carrying out the following duties, including but not limited to
- Measurement & Valuation
- Measure works on site and from drawings
• Prepare
- Interim valuations
- Final accounts
- Ensure accurate and timely valuation of works
- Cost Control & Reporting
- Assist in monitoring project costs and budgets
• Produce
- Cost value reconciliations (CVRs)
- Subcontract liability reports
- Support forecast preparation and cost tracking
- Contract Administration
- Administer subcontracts in accordance with contract conditions (e. g. NEC)
• Support management of
- Variations / compensation events
- Dayworks and change records
- Assist in issuing and managing contractual notices
- Subcontractor Management
- Support procurement of subcontractors
- Assess and process subcontractor applications for payment
• Assist with
- Payment notices
- Final account agreement
- Maintain accurate commercial records
- Project Support
- Work closely with Site Managers and delivery teams
- Monitor progress and highlight commercial impacts on cost and margin
- Contribute to achieving project financial targets
- Change & Variation Management
- Ensure variations are captured, valued, and recorded
- Monitor provisional sums and expenditure
- Maintain supporting documentation for audit and recovery
- Record Keeping & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date commercial records
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and reporting timelines
- Support audit requirements and commercial governance
It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder.
The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.
What To Expect From Us
At Esh, our values shape the way we work every day — and you can expect to see them in action from the moment you join us.
- Care: We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you're encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work
- Trust: You'll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you when needed
- Integrity: We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision making
- Respect: We value diverse perspectives and create a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity
- Working Together: Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results
Together, these values create a workplace where people feel welcome, trusted, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.
Qualifications
- Degree qualified or equivalent
- 5 years' experience and a proven track record in the commercial environment
- Competent in Civil Engineering construction processes and procedures
- Attributes & Skills
- Experience working in a Quantity Surveyor role within construction
- Understanding of contract conditions (e. g. NEC, JCT)
- Experience in measurement, valuation, and subcontract management
- Experience in infrastructure / water sector desirable
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Basic negotiation capability
- Excellent telephone skills Excellent written and communication skills
- Has a "can do/ will do" attitude
- Is punctual and reliable
- Able to work safely and efficiently
- Keeps people informed of progress on key tasks
- Displays good time management skills
- Polite and approachable at all times
- Is open to new ideas and listens to other people’s point of view
- Takes responsibility for managing own performance and personal development
- Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner
- Valid UK Driving Licence
Benefits
- Hybrid Working
- Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)
- Pension & Pension Advice
- Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.
- ULEV Car Lease Scheme
- Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.
- Benefit Hub
- Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.
- Buy and Sell Holidays
- Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.
- Cycle to Work
- Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.
- Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave
- Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.
- Hybrid Working
- Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)
- Pension & Pension Advice
- Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.
- ULEV Car Lease Scheme
- Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.
- Benefit Hub
- Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.
- Buy and Sell Holidays
- Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.
- Cycle to Work
- Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.
- Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave
- Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.
- Hybrid Working
- Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)
- Pension & Pension Advice
- Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.
- ULEV Car Lease Scheme
- Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.
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Quantity Surveyor in Bowburn employer: Lumsden & Carroll Civil Engineering
Esh-Stantec is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and development, fostering a supportive work environment where you can thrive as a Quantity Surveyor. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, integrity, and respect, you'll be part of a friendly team dedicated to delivering impactful water and wastewater projects in Bowburn. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, enhanced holidays, and unique benefits like the ULEV Car Lease Scheme, all while contributing to meaningful infrastructure solutions.
Contact Details:
Lumsden & Carroll Civil Engineering Recruitment Team
