Job Description:

Location: Surrey
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Rate: £525-£625 per day PAYE
Duration: Contract basis, with potential for extension

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor (QS) to support the commercial delivery of clean and foul water mains projects across Surrey.

The successful candidate will take commercial ownership of allocated projects, working closely with project managers, delivery teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and profitably.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced utilities QS with strong water-sector experience who is comfortable managing multiple projects within a busy delivery environment.

• Manage the commercial performance of clean and foul water mains projects from commencement through to completion.
• Prepare, manage and monitor project budgets, forecasts and cost/value reports.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Review and assess variations, compensation events, change orders and contractual entitlement.
• Ensure accurate cost reporting and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project expenditure against agreed budgets and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support the preparation and submission of applications for payment.
• Manage commercial correspondence and maintain appropriate project records.
• Review subcontract and supplier terms and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Work closely with operational teams to maximise commercial performance and minimise cost exposure.
• Assist with the resolution of commercial and contractual disputes where required.
• Provide accurate monthly commercial reporting to senior management.
• Ensure commercial processes, governance and procedures are followed.

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the water/utilities sector.
• Strong experience delivering clean and/or foul water mains projects.
• Good understanding of NEC contracts and change management.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and commercial negotiations.
• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and project financial reporting.
• Ability to identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong IT and commercial reporting skills.

• Previous experience working on major water utility frameworks.
• Experience within the Thames Water region.
• NEC3/NEC4 experience.
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or professional membership.

• £525-£625 per day PAYE, depending on experience.
• Long-term freelance contract opportunity.
• Major clean and foul water mains programme across Surrey.
• Opportunity to work on a high-volume utilities delivery portfolio.
• Strong pipeline of projects and potential for ongoing work.
• Site and office-based working across Surrey, with flexibility depending on project requirements.

If you are an experienced Utilities Quantity Surveyor with strong clean and foul water mains experience and are looking for a long-term freelance opportunity in Surrey, we would like to hear from you.

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