Civic Recruitment Limited
Quantity Surveyor
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7 months contract with a local authority
Rate: £400/day Umbrella
Summary
The Quantity Surveyor role is a 7-month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £400 per day under an umbrella arrangement. This position is pivotal in providing expert commercial and procurement support for various public sector projects. The successful candidate will ensure that procurement activities, tender processes, and contract management are executed effectively, adhering to compliance standards and value-for-money principles. Collaboration with project teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders is essential to facilitate successful project outcomes while maintaining compliance with procurement legislation and governance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support pre-contract quantity surveying and procurement tasks.
- Develop procurement documentation, tender packages, contract documents, and commercial reports.
- Oversee tender processes, including evaluations and commercial assessments.
- Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement regulations.
- Offer commercial advice and guidance to project managers, stakeholders, and delivery teams.
- Assist in crafting procurement strategies that ensure best value and minimize commercial risks.
- Analyse contract costs, budgets, and financial data to aid informed decision-making.
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Requirements
- Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Procurement Professional.
- Proven track record in pre-contract and procurement activities within local authority or public sector settings.
- Proficiency in managing tender processes, evaluations, and commercial assessments.
- Experience in preparing contract documentation and procurement-related reports.
- Background in supporting the commercial management of construction, infrastructure, or public sector projects.
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Essential Qualifications Required
- Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Procurement, or a related field.
- Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS or CIPS) is desirable.
Additional Information
- Payments are processed on a bi-weekly schedule.
- The application deadline is 16th August 2026; early applications are encouraged.
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