You will be joining an industry-leading and high-profile Tier 1 contractor delivering a major highways scheme in Peterborough. This multi-accredited and well-established contractor has a strong reputation for delivering major highways and infrastructure projects and offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Peterborough office with flexible and hybrid working.
Your new role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will report to the Commercial Manager and take responsibility for the commercial performance of the project, ensuring robust cost control and value recovery.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting cost to completion
- Administering NEC contracts, including subcontract management and contractual correspondence
- Procuring subcontract packages and preparing tender documentation
- Managing variations and compensation events, including delay analysis and loss & expense claims
- Providing detailed cost analysis and maintaining transparent financial reporting
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular engagement
- Liaising closely with site teams to support effective project delivery
- Managing commercial meetings and representing the business professionally
- Forecasting cash flow and supporting procurement strategies.
This is a varied and hands-on role where you will play a key part in safeguarding the commercial interests of the business while contributing to successful project outcomes.
What you need to succeed
To excel in this role, you will bring:
- Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment, ideally in civil engineering or highways
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
- Excellent negotiation, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Sound communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
- Full UK driving licence.
What you’ll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary up to £60,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
- Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
- 36 days' annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Pension
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits
- Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
- Opportunity to advance your career with an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.
Please note:
applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.
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