Senior Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group; Acton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor firm in West London is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a long-term contract role. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable skills in subcontract management, recent experience in major civils projects, and a strong understanding of NEC contract forms. This hands-on position offers a competitive day rate and requires on-site presence four days a week. Suitable for those seeking a challenging and rewarding role in a high-profile infrastructure project.

Qualifications

• Demonstratable experience managing the entire subcontractor lifecycle.
• Recent experience working for a main contractor on civils projects.
• Practical knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire subcontractor lifecycle.
• Assess Compensation Events and process Applications for Payment.
• Report final account positions and ensure timely payment.

Skills

Subcontract Management

Experience in civils projects

Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4

Commercial management software proficiency

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor (Contract)

Rate: £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35)

Location: West London

Contract Length: Long-term contract, forecast to January 2026

I am looking for an experienced, contractor-side Quantity Surveyor for an immediate start on a long-term contract in West London.

The Quantity Surveyor will take commercial lead on a major civils package and support the commercial management of the Headhouse Roof & Cladding packages. This is a hands‑on, site‑based role where you will drive the full subcontract lifecycle from instruction to final account.

Key Responsibilities & Experience Required:

• Full Subcontract Management: Demonstratable experience managing the entire subcontractor lifecycle: drafting instructions, assessing Compensation Events (CEs), processing Applications for Payment (AFPs), and reporting final account positions.
• Contractor Background: You must have recent experience working directly for a main contractor on major civils or building projects.
• NEC Expert: Practical knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 forms of contract and subcontract is essential.
• Systems: Proficient with commercial management software, specifically CEMAR.

On offer is a long‑term contract opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading main contractor on a high profile infrastructure project. The role is Inside IR35 and offers a day rate of £(Apply online only) per day, based on experience. The role is based in North Acton and requires 4 days on site.

Get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group to register your interest.