Quantity Surveyor - Major Projects in Reading

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team at Thames Water to help develop and modernise our Water and Wastewater Treatment Works.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing commercial advice on Major Capital Projects across our operational sites in London and the Thames Valley.
• Managing projects from inception to completion.
• Attending sites to meet contractors and monitor progress.
• Carrying out tendering analysis and evaluations.
• Assessing variations and negotiating.
• Final accounting of projects.
• Supporting the dispute resolution process and providing advice on contractual claims.
• Managing the assessment and certification of monthly Applications for Payments (AFP).

Location and hours

This is a hybrid role with a flexible base across our Thames Valley sites. 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Remuneration

£43,005 to £58,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Essential criteria

• BSc, HND or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a construction‑related subject.
• Experience managing operational contracts (large‑scale or a portfolio).
• Strong technical understanding of commercial and contract management.
• Negotiation and dispute resolution experience.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Full, valid UK driving licence and own transport.
• Strong MS Office skills, organised and deadline‑oriented.

Additional skills and experience that would be great to have

• Previous water or utilities experience.
• Ideally Chartered RICS – support is available to achieve this.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday per year (increasing to 30 with length of service) plus bank holidays.
• Performance‑related pay plan.
• Generous pension scheme through AON.
• Private medical health care and access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits.

About Thames Water

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We are committed to building a better future through sustainable practices and inclusive culture. We welcome applications from everyone and provide support throughout the recruitment process.

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