Senior Quantity Surveyor in Didcot

Job DescriptionSenior Quantity Surveyor Water Infrastructure | AMP8 ProgrammeLocation: OxfordshireWe are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing delivery team supporting a major programme of water and wastewater infrastructure works across the South East.This is an opportunity to play a key commercial role across a varied portfolio of projects, from essential capital maintenance through to large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure schemes delivered as part of the AMP8 investment programme.The Role Reporting into the Commercial Leadership team, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual management of projects from early delivery through to completion and close-out.Working closely with operational and project teams, you will help drive commercial performance, manage risk, influence decision-making and ensure projects are delivered efficiently and in line with contractual obligations.This role suits someone who combines strong commercial judgement with a practical, collaborative approach and enjoys being close to project delivery.Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of multiple projects throughout the full project lifecyclePrepare, review and issue contract-compliant notices, correspondence and commercial documentationIdentify, manage and communicate commercial risks and opportunities to project and senior leadership teamsPrepare and agree applications for payment and support assessment of payment certificatesManage change control processes including variations, compensation events, delays and extensions of timeProduce monthly cost reports, forecasts and commercial performance updatesSupport project teams with cost management, forecasting and financial decision-makingNegotiate and administer subcontract and supply chain agreementsContribute to procurement activity and support tender evaluations where requiredDrive value engineering initiatives and promote commercially informed delivery decisionsMaintain robust commercial controls, governance and reporting standards across projectsSupport dispute avoidance through proactive contract administration and stakeholder engagementChampion health, safety and environmental standards across all activitiesAbout You You are commercially astute, confident working in a project environment and comfortable challenging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.You will ideally bring:Proven experience operating at Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor level within infrastructure, utilities or construction environmentsStrong commercial and financial management capability across project deliveryExperience managing valuations, applications for payment, forecasting and contract administrationWorking knowledge of change management, claims and commercial risk processesStrong understanding of construction contracts and commercial principlesExcellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to balance attention to detail with a practical, delivery-focused mindsetA proactive and collaborative approach to problem solvingQualifications Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related disciplineProfessional membership or working towards accreditation with RICS, CICES or equivalent is desirableWhy Join? Long-term opportunity within a nationally significant infrastructure investment programmeExposure to a broad and diverse portfolio of civil engineering and utility projectsGenuine opportunity to influence delivery and progress your career within a growing teamSupportive and collaborative working environment with a focus on development and continuous improvementDiversity & We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to succeed. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement. Diverse perspectives strengthen teams and help deliver better outcomes.TPBN1_UKTJ