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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways
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You will be joining a multi-accredited and well-established contractor operating in the highways industry. This high-profile contractor has a strong reputation for delivering projects valued between £1m-£9m for National Highways and multiple local authorities and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader within the industry and, due to a major three-year-long contract award on Sizewell C, they are actively seeking a site-based Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.
This is a full-time permanent position based on-site at Sizewell C with hybrid working.
Your new role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing project costs, budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
- Administering NEC form of contract
- Preparing and submitting applications for payment and managing cash flow
- Identifying, pricing, and negotiating compensation events, variations, and change control
- Procuring subcontractors and managing subcontract accounts
- Preparing interim valuations and agreeing final accounts
- Monitoring project performance and identifying opportunities to improve commercial outcomes
- Providing commercial support and guidance to project delivery teams
- Managing project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and key stakeholders
- Supporting and mentoring junior commercial team members where appropriate
- Contributing to the successful delivery of schemes.
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What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must bring:
- Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
- Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils, working with NEC form of contract (ideally Options A, B and/or E)
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Experience managing subcontractors, commercial risk, and project cash flow
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary up to £75,000 per annum
- Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Hybrid working (2 days' remote per week) and flexible working hours
- Life assurance
- Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
- Continuous training and development
- 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 award-winning and well-established contractor and more.
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