Quantity Surveyor (Utilities)
Posted Today by Hays
£450 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor involves supporting the commercial delivery of infrastructure and utilities projects on a 6-month contract basis. The position is primarily site-based in the Sandwell region, with some flexibility for hybrid working. The successful candidate will manage project accounts, including cost control and valuations, while working independently with occasional support from junior team members. Experience in the Clean or Wastewater sectors and NEC contracts is essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage project accounts, including cost control, valuations, and variations.
- Support the commercial delivery of ongoing projects.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Provide occasional support to junior team members.
Key Skills:
- Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in construction, civil engineering, or utilities.
- NEC experience (essential).
- Prior experience in Clean or Wastewater sectors.
- Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
- Ability to manage accounts independently.
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential).
- CSCS card (advantageous, not essential).
- Availability to start at short notice.
Salary (Rate): £450.00/daily
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Your new company A growing organisation within the infrastructure and utilities sector, delivering essential projects across key regional frameworks. The business has a strong pipeline of work and offers a collaborative environment alongside the opportunity to take ownership of your projects.
Your new role You will join on an initial 6-month contract as a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, supporting the commercial delivery of ongoing projects. This role is primarily site-based in the Sandwell region, with some flexibility around hybrid working where required. You will be responsible for managing project accounts, including cost control, valuations, and variations. The role will require a high level of independence, as you'll be trusted to manage your own workload, with occasional support from junior team members where available.
What you'll need to succeed Experience working as a QS or SQS within construction, civil engineering, or utilities NEC Experience (Essential) Prior experience working within Clean or Wastewater sectors Ability to manage accounts independently and operate with minimal supervision Strong commercial and contractual knowledge Experience within regulated or process-driven environments (desirable) Relevant degree or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential) CSCS card (advantageous, not essential) Availability to start at short notice
What you'll get in return Competitive day rate, with flexibility depending on experience Contract operating outside IR35 Initial 6-month duration with potential for extension Flexible working arrangements where possible Opportunity to work within a stable and busy project environment
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