Senior Quantity Surveyor

Randstad Construction & Property; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; Híbrido; GBP 55.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Randstad Construction & Property in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on a major highways infrastructure project in West Norfolk. The role requires NEC3/NEC4 contract experience, Section 278 works, and strong cost reporting across substantial budgets.

You will manage subcontractor accounts, review cash flow, and prepare CVR submissions, with hybrid working and a clear path to contract or permanent appointment.

Formación

• Experience delivering highways projects and Section 278 works.
• NEC3 or NEC4 contract knowledge and application.
• Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Civil Engineering; MRICS/CICES status desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in cost reporting software, Excel, contract law and change control procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Commercial Management: contract administration under NEC options, budgets, cash flow forecasts, CVR submissions.
• Section 278 & Highways Works: oversight of highway alignment, junction construction, Section 278 agreements, utility diversions, and public interfaces.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Management: draft enquiry packages, negotiate rates, manage subcontract accounts, assess payments, settle final accounts.
• Change Management: identify, quantify, notify variations, compensation events and claims to protect the commercial position.
• Client & Stakeholder Interface: liaise with local authorities, design partners and delivery teams to ensure contract alignment.

Conocimientos

Highways experience & Section 278

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Commercial management

Cost reporting & Excel

Educación

Degree or HND in QS / Civil Engineering

Herramientas

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: West Norfolk

Position Type: Full-time / Contract or Perm (Hybrid)

Sector: Civil Engineering & Highways Infrastructure

About the Role

Are you an experienced Commercial professional with a strong track record delivering major highways infrastructure and local road network improvements?

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading principal contractor to secure a skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major infrastructure project in West Norfolk. This scheme involves extensive highway construction, complex Section 278 works, major junction tie-ins, and local authority road network connections.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to manage substantial commercial packages, oversee subcontractor accounts, and drive financial control on a high-profile highways development.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Management: Leading contract administration under NEC options, managing project budgets, cash flow forecasting, and monthly CVR submissions.

• Section 278 & Highways Works: Commercial oversight of highway alignment, junction construction, Section 278 agreements, utility diversions, and public highway interfaces.

• Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Drafting enquiry packages, negotiating rates, managing subcontract accounts, assessing payments, and settling final accounts.

• Change Management: Identifying, quantifying, and notifying variations, compensation events, and claims to protect the project's commercial position.

• Client & Stakeholder Interface: Working closely with local authority representatives, design partners, and project delivery teams to ensure contract alignment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience operating as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, with specific expertise in highways and Section 278 works.

• Contract Knowledge: Extensive hands‑on experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.

• Qualifications: Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Civil Engineering (MRICS or CICES status is desirable).

• Commercial Skills: Advanced proficiency in cost reporting software, Excel, contract law, and change control procedures.

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.

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