Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract)

We are passionate about empowering our customers to explore further with cutting-edge civil engineering solutions. With years of experience, we are at the forefront of infrastructure development in the UK. Our team thrives in a positive, welcoming culture that encourages professional growth and offers a healthy work-life balance.

About the job:

This is a contract role (inside IR35) for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in managing the commercial and financial aspects of HS2 projects. You’ll work closely with the delivery teams within the civils team, including rail interface works. Your primary focus will be on cost control, forecasting, and commercial risk management, ensuring that all aspects of the project are completed in line with company policies and customer requirements. This role requires a balance of technical expertise and leadership skills, working under the direction of the Commercial Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Input to efficient management and issuance of accurate, timely notices and correspondence.

Prepare and assess applications, valuations, and cost/value reconciliation.

Control costs and forecasting; provide input to monthly reports (value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow, budget).

Prepare and assess applications for payment or payment certificates.

Assist with Risk and Value Management to optimize solutions and address commercial risks.

Manage contracts, including relevant forms, budget control, and software applications.

Negotiate, administer, and close out supply chain contracts.

Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and customer representatives, maintaining accurate records and meeting documentation.

Location: West Ruislip

Salary: Competitive

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days per week on-site)

Requirements:

NEC3 experience.

Hold an RICS/CICES accredited Degree (or equivalent) or enrolled on an accredited part-time post-graduate Degree.

Demonstrable legal, contractual, and construction knowledge.

Experience in managing subcontractors and work packages.

Experience in drafting contractual correspondence, preparing payment certificates, and interim financial reports.

Demonstrable forecasting experience.

Experience contributing to procurement and contract strategies.

Experience of setting up and operating office management systems, including filing systems, document control, and distribution.

Skilled in technical minute-taking at contractual meetings and the ability to collate information and prepare reports.

Keywords: Senior Quantity Surveyor, commercial management, cost control, NEC3 contracts, subcontractor management, forecasting, contract administration, risk management

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading organisation in an exciting role, with excellent career opportunities for further growth.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time.

This is a permanent position