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Quantity Surveyor

Posted 5 days ago by Pontoon

The Opportunity:

We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme at the heart of the energy transition, delivering large-scale electricity transmission upgrades across England and Wales.

This is a key Quantity Surveyor position within a strategic infrastructure team, where you will take ownership of significant work packages across complex, high-value construction projects.

You will act as the commercial lead for your package, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Owning the commercial and contractual management of major construction packages
  • Managing costs, forecasts, and spend against budget
  • Leading on NEC4 contract administration (Options A, C, and E)
  • Handling variations, compensation events, and payment processes
  • Providing commercial challenge and ensuring projects remain financially controlled
  • Supporting procurement activity and advising on contract strategy
  • Working closely with project delivery teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders
  • Identifying and mitigating commercial risks, delays, and cost overruns

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction projects
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts (Options A, C and E)
  • Experience owning or leading packages of work on large-scale projects
  • Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong commercial acumen - able to challenge costs and manage risk effectively
  • Experience within regulated environments (utilities, infrastructure, energy, rail, etc.) is highly desirable
  • Full, clean UK driving licence (essential)

Working Arrangements:

  • Home-based contract = Travel expenses covered for site attendance
  • Weekly presence required at Marston Green project office
  • Additional travel to sites and Warwick offices as needed
Rate:
£525/day
Location:
Warwick
IR35 Status:
Inside
Remote Status:
Hybrid
Industry:
Construction
Seniority Level:
Mid-Level

Take-Home Pay

£7,700 per month

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