NEC4 Quantity Surveyor – Power & Substation Projects

Carrington West; Melksham; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a National Grid substation project in Melksham, Wiltshire. The role focuses on NEC4 change management, cost control, and subcontractor coordination on a major infrastructure programme.

You will report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, manage commercial activities on site, and contribute to final accounts while ensuring project competitiveness and value.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong NEC4 change management knowledge.
• Experience with compensation events, valuations and site records.
• Experience managing subcontractors through final account.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience on substation or National Grid projects desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage change under NEC4, reporting to Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Price compensation events and analyse programmes to quantify change.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including quotes, contracts, monthly checks and final accounts.
• Support commercial systems on site and build relationships with project team.
• Monitor project risks and keep documentation up to date.
• Produce monthly financial reports and forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to recover costs and improve project margins.

Skills

NEC4 knowledge

Cost control

Change management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a National Grid substation project in Melksham, Wiltshire. The role focuses on NEC4 change management, cost control, and subcontractor coordination on a major infrastructure programme.

You will report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, manage commercial activities on site, and contribute to final accounts while ensuring project competitiveness and value.