Quantity Surveyor

Company: RG Setsquare
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Location: East Sussex
Job Description:

Job Title: Quantity SurveyorOffice Location: FalmerRemit: Water Sector Framework

We are recruiting for a Tier 1 Main Contractor who have an opportunity for you to join them as a Quantity Surveyor on their long-term Water Framework based in Falmer.

Job Responsibilities*Administer the framework contract and associated subcontracts under NEC3/NEC4 (Options A and E), maintaining full compliance with framework and client requirements*Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract and project documentation to satisfy framework governance and audit requirements*Prepare and issue Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and Compensation Event (CE) quotations to the supply chain and client*Attend weekly and monthly commercial meetings at project and framework level, including reviews with the client team*Monitor change control at project level in line with framework target cost and KPI mechanisms*Liaise with the planner/programmer(s) on reactive and planned programmes*Provide pre-, during- and post-contract commercial support to clients and the supply chain*Negotiate with, and let packages of work to, the supply chain for sewer rehabilitation, civils and associated activities*Manage and value variations and Compensation Events across framework work orders*Prepare and submit monthly applications/valuations in line with the client’s payment mechanism*Prepare and submit subcontract and framework final accounts*Prepare and submit tenders for framework call-off and task order work, including follow-up Develop and maintain effective working relationships with relevant client representatives and the supply chain, supporting delivery of framework KPIs and performance commitmentPersonal Attributes

Knowledge and Skills required*Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel*Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with client representatives and the supply chain*Working knowledge of the water/wastewater industry and sewer rehabilitation techniques is advantageousExperience required

*3-5 years’ experience in a quantity surveying role*Experience working within the utilities, water/wastewater or civil engineering sector is advantageous*NEC experience

Essential Qualifications*Demonstrable understanding of both Pre-Contract and Post-Contract work*Proficient working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 main and subcontract forms*Strong written and verbal communication skills*Strong user of Excel, including charts, pivot tables, lookups and sheet automation*Full, current UK driving license

Desirable Qualifications*Degree, HNC or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.*RICS or CICES membership (or actively working towards)*Previous experience working on a Water framework/ contract

To discuss further, please email an up-to-date word copy of your CV and a suitable mobile number:

Quoting reference number: GPQSFAL31726

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Posted: August 3rd, 2026