Quantity Surveyor
| Posting date: | 10 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 December 2025 |
| Location: | Abergavenny, Monmouthshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KM Plant Hire & Groundworks Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | QS001 |
Summary
Job Description:
As a qualified Quantity Surveyor across multiple water infrastructure
projects you will manage commercial risk, procurement strategies and contract
negotiations.
You will be required to oversee cost planning, forecasting and reporting to ensure
financial targets are met whilst collaborate with project managers, engineers and client
teams to ensure alignment on scope, budget and delivery.
You will support the development of commercial frameworks and continuous
improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory and client standards.
Do you have extensive experience in a QS role within the water utilities sector? Have a
strong knowledge of NEC contracts and public sector procurement? Do you have a
proven track record of managing large scale, complex infrastructure projects?
What you'll do:
Prepare and manage cost plans and cost estimates
● Manage the procurement and tendering process, including main contractor and
client direct contractors
● Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts
● Create and deliver project programmes to tight timelines
● Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
● Contribute to pitches and adapt proposals for different clients/projects
● Have an awareness of contractual requirements
What We’re Looking For:
● BSc in Quantity Surveying or similar
● Experience in a QS role
● Excellent communication skills with a strong personality that can fit in and stand out
● Ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects and thrive in challenging, live
environments
● IT literate
● Full UK driving licence
Nice to have:
● Experience in Utilities and Infrastructure
● RICS/CIOB membership or working towards it
Working between the hours 09:00 - 17:00
As a qualified Quantity Surveyor across multiple water infrastructure
projects you will manage commercial risk, procurement strategies and contract
negotiations.
You will be required to oversee cost planning, forecasting and reporting to ensure
financial targets are met whilst collaborate with project managers, engineers and client
teams to ensure alignment on scope, budget and delivery.
You will support the development of commercial frameworks and continuous
improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory and client standards.
Do you have extensive experience in a QS role within the water utilities sector? Have a
strong knowledge of NEC contracts and public sector procurement? Do you have a
proven track record of managing large scale, complex infrastructure projects?
What you'll do:
Prepare and manage cost plans and cost estimates
● Manage the procurement and tendering process, including main contractor and
client direct contractors
● Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts
● Create and deliver project programmes to tight timelines
● Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
● Contribute to pitches and adapt proposals for different clients/projects
● Have an awareness of contractual requirements
What We’re Looking For:
● BSc in Quantity Surveying or similar
● Experience in a QS role
● Excellent communication skills with a strong personality that can fit in and stand out
● Ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects and thrive in challenging, live
environments
● IT literate
● Full UK driving licence
Nice to have:
● Experience in Utilities and Infrastructure
● RICS/CIOB membership or working towards it
Working between the hours 09:00 - 17:00
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