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Quantity Surveyor

West Midlands
£350 – £425/day
Posted about 17 hours ago
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A well-established infrastructure and utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a busy programme of works. Due to an increase in workload and an urgent requirement within the commercial team, they are looking for a hands-on QS who can quickly integrate into the business and support project delivery from a commercial perspective.

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As Freelance Quantity Surveyor, you'll be responsible for managing project costs, budgets, forecasting, subcontractor accounts and commercial reporting across a portfolio of infrastructure projects. You will work closely with operational teams to ensure projects remain commercially compliant and financially controlled whilst administering NEC contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
This is a hybrid role offering flexibility, although regular office attendance is expected to maintain collaboration with the wider team.

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What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities environments.
  • Strong NEC contract experience is essential.
  • Experience with cost estimation, budgeting and commercial reporting.
  • Ability to manage workloads independently and take ownership of projects.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Previous experience within the utilities sector would be advantageous.
  • M&E commercial experience would be beneficial.

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive daily rate.
  • Outside IR35 engagement.
  • Hybrid working arrangement.
  • Immediate start available.
  • Initial 3-6 month contract with potential for extension.
  • Opportunity to join an established commercial team and contribute to a busy programme of works.

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Skills

Quantity Surveying
NEC Contracts
Cost Estimation
Budgeting
Commercial Reporting
Subcontractor Account Management
Stakeholder Management
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure
Utilities
M&E Commercial Experience

Location

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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