Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor in Oswestry, West Midlands

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water Infrastructure | Oswestry | Hybrid Working

Competitive salary plus benefits

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to take on a challenge with a major infrastructure framework?

On behalf of our client – a leading integrated design and build provider in the water sector – we’re seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established Commercial team based in Oswestry, with hybrid working available.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team on essential water infrastructure projects, working closely with internal teams and external partners across design, construction, and supply chain functions.

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will report directly to the Commercial Manager and be responsible for the commercial management of one or more significant projects. You will play a key role in ensuring commercial success, contractual compliance, and value delivery across the programme.

 Key Responsibilities

         ·         Lead quantity surveying activities across allocated projects and work packages

         ·         Liaise with design, construction, and supply chain teams to monitor and control project costs

         ·         Work closely with clients to meet contractual and business objectives

         ·         Manage the main contract and ensure timely and appropriate contractual notices

         ·         Prepare and issue subcontract documentation and manage subcontractor performance

         ·         Lead on applications for payment, valuations, and cost forecasting

         ·         Produce cost and value reports, budgets, and commercial forecasts

         ·         Support the development and mentoring of junior commercial team members

         ·         Contribute to continuous professional development through industry engagement

         ·         Promote a solution-oriented, professional, and collaborative working culture

         ·         Ensure appropriate confidentiality and uphold professional standards in all interactions

Candidate Profile

Essential:

         ·         Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related field

         ·         Working towards or holding Chartered Membership of a recognised institution

         ·         Proven experience in utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA sectors

         ·         Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts

 Desirable:

         ·         Experience in leading or mentoring junior team members

What’s on Offer

         ·         Competitive salary package

         ·         Hybrid working (role dependent)

         ·         Car or car allowance

         ·         25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to purchase an additional 5 days)

         ·         Contributory pension scheme

         ·         Life assurance

         ·         Health insurance & private medical insurance

         ·         Additional employee benefits: cycle to work scheme, discounts hub, Kids Pass and more

Why Join us?

You’ll be joining a company that genuinely values its people and is committed to diversity, development, and wellbeing. As part of a wider team supporting long-term frameworks in the water sector, you’ll be working on impactful projects to support the community and the environment.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Quantity Surveyors looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

All round workforce agency covering Recruitment, Payroll and Workforce Management. We are a global recruitment agency specialising in the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Water, Rail, Construction, Technology, Aerospace & Defence, Chemicals and Corporate sectors. Our specialist consultants help clients to recruit high quality candidates into temporary, contract and permanent roles at all levels. We proudly support a partnership culture by collaborating and adding value to build lasting client and candidate relationships.

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