Average Quantity Surveyor salary in Warrington, Cheshire

About us Salary - Competitive SalaryWork Type - HybridJob Location - Lingley Mere, Lingley Green Avenue, Warrington, WA5 3YR, United KingdomRole Type - PermanentEmployment Type - Full TimeWorking Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidaysA competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life coverUp to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievementsA comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded schemeMyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptionsBest DoctorsSalary FinanceWealth at Work coursesDeals and discountsEVolve Car SchemeEmployee Assistance PlanMental health first aidersShareBuyMORE Choices flexible benefitsEnhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a rewarding career, that combines your passion for construction and stakeholder management with sustainable, large-scale projects that benefit society and the environment? If yes, then United Utilities (UU) have exciting opportunities for you to join our teams across multiple locations in the North West of England. UU are experiencing a period of growth and transformation, creating several opportunities within our Commercial function to work alongside our largest and most ambitious new projects. As Quantity Surveyor you will lead and support one of several business-critical teams, managing a multitude of responsibilities. You will have the opportunity to manage a range of activities, including contract management, risk analysis, supplier collaboration and commercial operations, whilst ensuring value for money for our customers and our continued commitment to North West, England. Our roles will offer the opportunity for you to join during a period of unprecedented development, allowing you to grow within our organisation, tailoring your role to requirements and enhancing your value-contribution throughout your tenure. In joining us, you will have full exposure to the organisation, projects of all sizes and our largest industry partners. Stakeholder collaboration is vital for this role. You will therefore need to build strong working relationships, manage key internal and external stakeholders effectively and ensure a full business partnering model, whilst maximising value, collaborating with other experts and leading initiatives to tackle challenges unique to our industry, contributing to our success and helping us achieve our objectives. We champion flexible ways of working. In-person attendance is required three days per week to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role. United Utilities offer dynamic and long-lasting options that will help you grow professionally and personally and you will have the chance to enhance your skill, knowledge and experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a positive difference for the North West of England and want to join us on our journey of transformation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the UU family! Accountabilities & Responsibilities Deliver or support the commercial function by delivering projects within the category plan ensuring optimum value for money for UUEngage with operational and senior stakeholders; support the alignment of business strategy and policy to deliver category plansEnsure contractual compliance and proactively manage contractor performance throughout the contract periodActing as a subject matter expertManaging the conflicting business priorities of various stakeholdersProvide support and timely escalation to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and/or Category Delivery ManagerEnsure compliance of the business strategy and policyProactively manage and mitigate commercial and business riskProvide commercial expertise and guidanceEnsure collaborative working across the commercial directorateWork collaboratively with the regulatory procurement team, to ensure delivery of compliant procurement.Produce and maintain quality commercial / contractual dataProvide the commercial function in IAP and concept phasesProvide the commercial function to support the Category Delivery Manager in the definition phase.Accountable for contract administration throughout the project lifecycle Technical Skills & Experience Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent ; alternatively sufficient relevant experience to support the requirements of the RICS Professional Experience RouteKnowledge of key quantity surveying processes, tools and methodologies used across the whole project life-cycle.Knowledge and experience in the use of a broad range of standard forms of construction contract (preferably including NEC suite of contra

About us Salary - 43420WorkType - HybridJobLocation - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LPRoleType - PermanentEmploymentType - Full TimeWorkingHours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidaysA competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life coverUp to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievementsA comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded schemeMyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptionsBest DoctorsSalary FinanceWealth at Work coursesDeals and discountsEVolve Car SchemeEmployee Assistance PlanMental health first aidersShareBuyMORE Choices flexible benefitsEnhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team within Operations to support the successful delivery of the Operational base maintenance programme by providing a professional quantity surveying service, encompassing one or more of the core areas of procurement and contract management. The service if to be undertaken in accordance with high professional standards and business principles in compliance with regulatory and company procedures and policies. Accountabilities & Responsibilities To support the commercial function by delivering projects within the category plan ensuring optimum value for money for UUEngage with stakeholders to support the alignment of business strategy and policy to deliver category plansEnsure contractual compliance and proactively manage contractor performance throughout the contract periodManaging the conflicting business priorities of carious stakeholdersProvide support and timely escalation to the Quantity Surveyor and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor and/or Commercial Business ManagerEnsure compliance of the business strategy and policyProactively manage and mitigate commercial and business risksEnsure collaborative working across the commercial directorateWork collaboratively with the Commercial Indirects team, to ensure delivery of compliant procurementProduce and maintain quality commercial / contractual dataSupport the operational and commercial function in IAP and concept phasesProvide the commercial function to support the Operational Delivery teams in the definition phaseSupport the delivery of contract administration throughout the project lifecycle Technical Skills & Experience Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent; alternatively sufficient relevant experience to support the requirements of the RICS professional experience routeRegistered as a student and working towards chartered membership of a relevant institution (e.g. Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)Experience of managing large volumes of contracts including change management through to completionProficient in the use of Microsoft functions including but not limited to MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerpointKnowledge of key quantity surveying processes, tools and methodologies used across the whole project life-cycleKnowledge and experience in the use of NEC suite of contractsStrong commercial negotiation and resolution skillsAbility to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholdersHave an aptitude and willingness to continue to develop and apply knowledge gained during ongoing training and experience to situations encountered in the working environment Qualifications Essential Qualifications Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent; alternatively sufficient relevant experience to support the requirements of the RICS professional experience route Other We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.

Job Reference: DM 45554 Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Warrington (office-based with site travel as required)Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing and forward-thinking construction consultancy delivering high-profile projects across multiple sectors. This is a senior-level role offering genuine responsibility, client exposure, and the chance to play a key role in shaping commercial outcomes from pre-contract through to final account. Senior Quantity Surveyor - Job Overview The successful candidate will report into senior leadership and take responsibility for delivering full pre and post-contract quantity surveying services across a varied project portfolio. This role combines technical delivery with client engagement, commercial strategy, and leadership responsibility. You will play a pivotal role in managing project finances, protecting contractual positions, and supporting the continued growth of the business. Key duties include: Deliver full estimating and quantity surveying services from pre-contract through to final account* Prepare cost plans, feasibility studies and Bills of Quantities* Provide procurement, contract and commercial advice to clients and project teams* Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations and final accounts* Lead commercial reporting including CVRs, cash flow forecasts and financial reports* Prepare and manage claims, extensions of time and loss & expense submissions* Protect contractual positions and manage dispute resolution where required* Attend client meetings, promote the business and represent the company professionally* Support business development and contribute to the growth of the consultancy Senior Quantity Surveyor - Job Requirements Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline* Proven experience operating at Senior QS level within consultancy or contractor environments* Strong pre and post-contract experience including estimating, procurement and final accounts* Excellent understanding of contract administration, risk management and dispute resolution* Commercially astute with strong negotiation and decision-making skills* Confident communicator, capable of managing clients and stakeholders at senior level* Highly organised with strong IT and reporting capability* Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team Senior Quantity Surveyor - Salary & Benefits Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 per annum (DOE)Hybrid working available* Full-time, permanent position* Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week* Excellent long-term career progression opportunities* Exposure to high-value, complex projects* Supportive senior leadership and collaborative working culture* Further benefits to be discussed at interview stage Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.