Power Sector Quantity Surveyor (NEC4) - Site-based

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a National Grid 400kV substation project in Cowley, Oxford. You will report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and manage NEC4 change, pricing events, and subcontractor performance on site.

The role focuses on controlling costs, maximising value, and supporting the wider commercial team with monthly reporting and risk management. Site-based, Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30, IR35 inside. Initial contract through May 2027.

Qualifications

• NEC4 knowledge and change management are essential.
• Experience in pricing compensation events and evaluating programmes.

Responsibilities

• Manage change under NEC4 alongside Senior QS.
• 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 strong relationships with the project team.
• Monitor project risks and maintain up-to-date documentation.
• Produce monthly financial reports and forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to recover costs and improve margins.
• Support wider commercial duties as directed by the Senior QS.

Skills

NEC4 knowledge

Change management

Cost control

Subcontractor management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a National Grid 400kV substation project in Cowley, Oxford. You will report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and manage NEC4 change, pricing events, and subcontractor performance on site.

The role focuses on controlling costs, maximising value, and supporting the wider commercial team with monthly reporting and risk management. Site-based, Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30, IR35 inside. Initial contract through May 2027.