Quantity Surveyor

United Utilities - Talent Acquisition Partner (Engineering & Commercial)

Work Location – Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Salary – Competitive Salary

Work Type – Hybrid

Role Type – Permanent

Employment Type – Full Time

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 and values, fulfilling our mission and creating sustainable long‑term value for our colleagues, customers and communities.

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 contribution.

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), plus 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 10.5% performance‑related bonus scheme, and recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company‑funded scheme
• My Gym Discounts  – gym and wellness benefit offering up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• Share Buy
• Enhanced 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 so, United Utilities (UU) has exciting opportunities across multiple North West locations.

As a Quantity Surveyor you will lead and support critical teams, managing a portfolio of responsibilities such as contract management, risk analysis, supplier collaboration and commercial operations, while ensuring value for money for our customers.

We champion flexible ways of working: in‑person attendance is required three days per week with the flexibility of hours to support work‑life balance. Initially, more frequent attendance may be expected to familiarise with the site and team.

Apply now and become part of the UU family!

• Commercially manage a portfolio of Works contracts to ensure delivery in accordance with the terms and protect UU commercial interests.
• Manage post‑contract commercial processes: early warning and change management, cost forecasting, payments, cost auditing and final accounts.
• Negotiate and resolve contract claims/disputes and support senior managers in escalated issue resolution.
• Provide commercial expertise and guidance.
• Escalate to the Senior Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager as needed.
• Manage conflicting business priorities of various stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with business strategy and policy.
• Proactively manage and mitigate commercial and business risk.
• Collaborate across the commercial directorate.
• Produce and maintain quality commercial and contractual data.
• Be accountable for contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.

This list is not exhaustive and may be extended to include any other ad‑hoc duties and responsibilities.

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent, or sufficient relevant experience for the RICS Professional Experience Route.
• Knowledge of key quantity surveying processes, tools and methodologies across the project life‑cycle.
• Experience with a broad range of standard construction contract forms (preferably including NEC suite).
• Strong commercial negotiation and resolution skills.
• Experience managing the commercial function on projects.
• Line‑management experience.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office, and ability to use IT systems and programmes.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Essential Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent, or sufficient relevant experience for the RICS Professional Experience Route.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, you will be well rewarded with an excellent salary and development opportunities that jump‑start a thriving career at UU.

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