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Randstad CPE; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Industry exposure

Career progression

Job summary

Randstad CPE are seeking a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding commercial team on major infrastructure projects across highways, utilities, rail and civil engineering. You will manage NEC3/NEC4 contracts and lead cost reporting.

With a minimum of six years in infrastructure QS roles, you will drive CVR reporting, cost forecasts and Compensation Events, while coordinating procurement and subcontractor management. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of Quantity Surveying experience in infrastructure sectors.
• Proven NEC3/NEC4 contract administration experience.
• Expertise in CVR reporting, cost forecasting and Compensation Events.
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management.
• UK driving licence and ability to work on-site on major projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NEC3/NEC4 contracts (Options A, B, C, E).
• Lead monthly cost reporting and CVR processes.
• Administer compensation events and change control.
• Draft/ negotiate subcontracts; manage subcontractor accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and support audits.

Skills

NEC contract administration

CVR reporting

Cost forecasting

Compensation events

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Teamwork

HS2 experience

CEMAR/Oracle R12

Driving licence

Tools

CEMAR

Oracle R12

Job description

Salary: Competitive (As per business case)

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge in major infrastructure? We are seeking a commercially aware, driven professional to join our expanding commercial team working on high-profile projects across highways, utilities, rail, and civil engineering.

Key Responsibilities

NEC Contract Administration: Oversee and manage NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, specifically Options A, B, C, and E.

Commercial Control: Lead monthly cost reporting, bottom-up forecasting, project budget preparation, and CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) reports.

Change & Valuations: Administer Compensation Events (CEs), change control processes, and monthly payment assessments.

Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Handle procurement, draft and negotiate subcontracts, and manage subcontractor and supplier accounts.

Risk & Audit: Identify commercial risks and opportunities while participating in internal and external audit reviews.

• Minimum 6 years of Quantity Surveying experience within infrastructure, highways, utilities, rail, or civil engineering.
• Proven track record in administering NEC3 and NEC4 contracts (Options A, B, C, and E).
• Deep expertise in CVR reporting, monthly valuations, cost forecasting, and Compensation Events.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider project team.
• Prior experience on HS2 or large-scale multi-disciplinary projects.
• Familiarity with CEMAR contract management software or Oracle R12.
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to industry-leading commercial practices on high-profile schemes.
• Strong potential for career progression and ongoing professional development.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.