Senior Quantity Surveyor - Construction

About the role

United Utilities is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its Commercial team in Warrington. The role will oversee high‑value, strategically important construction contracts that support the company’s transformation journey.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver commercial leadership across projects within the category plan.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to align commercial strategy with business needs.
• Ensure contractual compliance and proactively manage consultant and contractor performance.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert on commercial and contractual matters.
• Manage competing priorities across multiple stakeholders with confidence.
• Provide timely escalation and support to the Commercial Manager and Managing QS.
• Identify, mitigate and manage commercial and business risks.
• Produce and maintain accurate commercial and contractual data.

Required profile

• Commercially sharp Quantity Surveyor with a construction background.
• Proven experience delivering high‑value, strategically important contracts.
• Ability to influence major programmes, lead a team and drive value.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to align commercial strategy with business priorities.
• Experience managing supplier performance and leading a team of Quantity Surveyors.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus performance‑related bonus.
• 26 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus bank holidays.
• Up to 14% employer pension contribution.
• Company‑funded healthcare, gym discounts, EV car scheme, share‑buy scheme and flexible benefits.
• Mental health first aiders and Employee Assistance Plan.