Quantity Surveyor - Water

Your new companyYou will be joining a well-established and highly respected contractor based in Walsall with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects within the water sector. This multi-accredited contractor delivers clean and waste water capital programmes directly for multiple major water providers and is well-known for its collaborative culture, customer-focused approach and commitment to developing its people. Due to continued success and a strong pipeline of AMP8 projects, they are actively seeking a talented Quantity Surveyor to join their team.This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Walsall office with hybrid and flexible working.Your new roleAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of water infrastructure projects. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered profitably while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders.Key responsibilities will include:Managing project costs from inception through to final accountPreparing and submitting applications for paymentAdministering subcontractor accounts, payments and variationsProducing cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projectionsIdentifying and managing commercial risks and opportunitiesSupporting procurement activities and subcontract negotiationsEnsuring compliance with contract requirements and commercial proceduresWorking closely with project delivery teams to drive commercial performanceManaging compensation events, change control and contractual correspondenceBuilding and maintaining positive relationships with clients and supply chain partners.What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you must have:Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar) or experience equivalentExperience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor within water, utilities, civil engineering or infrastructure projectsSound working knowledge of NEC form of contractExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesStrong commercial awareness and cost management skillsFull UK driving licence.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:Starting salary up to £50,000 per annumCompany car (with fuel card) or car allowance25 days' annual leave plus bank holidaysCompany pension schemeHybrid working (1 day remote per week) and flexible working arrangementsLife assuranceMultiple family-friendly benefitsReward and recognition schemeAnnual salary reviewHealth and wellbeing benefitsStructured career development and mentorshipExposure to high-impact and rewarding projectsCollaborative and supportive team environmentOpportunity to grow and advance your career with a leading contractor and more.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ