Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Salary: Competitive with benefits package Location: Manchester Contract: Permanent About IES IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector. Our Vision: To be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges. Our Mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value Role Summary We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing project costs, ensuring that financial aspects of construction projects are meticulously planned and monitored. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can effectively communicate with various stakeholders and contribute to the overall success of our projects. Key Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * Prepare detailed analysis for projects, including materials, labour, and overheads. * Work with operational teams to support all commercial activities involved for all projects from inception to completion, the monitoring of costs and invoicing for all Project Teams. * Monitor project expenditures and implement cost control measures to ensure financial efficiency. * Prepare tender documents and assist in the selection of contractors and suppliers. * Manage relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers. * Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions related to projects. * Provide regular reports on project costs, forecasts, and variances to management. * Keep work in progress to a minimum by ensuring regular invoicing etc * Collaborate with project managers and other team members to ensure alignment on financial objectives. Essential Skills & Experience: * Proven experience in a similar role in a fast paced, high risk, commercial/build environment. * Strong understanding of cost control principles and practices within the construction industry. * Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail. * Proficiency in using office software, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Outlook). * Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with various stakeholders. * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and standards in the construction sector. Desirable skills and experience: * Experience in utilities industry, preferably Water. * Ability to demonstrate proven recorded of working with various stake holders * Experience of having staff report into you What We Offer: * Competitive salary * Supportive team environment * Career Progression opportunities * Pension * Holiday allowance (25 days + Bank holidays) * Other benefits How to Apply If you believe you have the skills and experience were looking for, please submit your CV, including a brief covering note outlining your most relevant experience. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply