Quantity Surveyor

AA Euro Group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our clients team, specializing in civil engineering projects across Southern Water Infrastructure.
As a Site-Based Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of infrastructure projects for Southern Water. Working closely with project teams, you will ensure the effective commercial management of projects, focusing on waste and clean water facilities, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to critical infrastructure projects that benefit the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Management: Prepare and manage accurate project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow for water infrastructure projects.
• Contract Administration: Handle all aspects of contract management, including NEC contracts, subcontractor procurement, and ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Tendering & Procurement: Prepare tender documentation and analyze submissions from subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring best value is achieved.
• Valuations & Variations: Conduct valuations and assess variations in line with contract terms, negotiating with stakeholders when necessary.
• Risk & Opportunity Management: Identify potential risks and opportunities related to project cost, proactively managing these to minimize impact on project delivery.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare regular reports on project financials, progress, and performance to senior management.
• Cost Control: Monitor and control project costs, ensuring cost-saving measures are identified and implemented without compromising quality.
• Liaison: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of services and resolve any commercial issues.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as company policies and procedures.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within the water infrastructure or civil engineering sector.
• Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, water infrastructure projects, and civil engineering principles.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in cost management software and tools, such as COINS, CATO, or similar systems.
• Communication: Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and highly organized, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Driving License: Full, clean UK driving license, as travel between sites may be required.