Senior Quantity Surveyor (Highways)

Matchtech; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in Northampton is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a 6-month contract with potential for extension or permanent employment. The role involves managing sub-contracts, conducting cost analysis, and ensuring compliance with contract terms. Candidates should have relevant experience in quantity surveying and knowledge of highways projects. Competitive daily rate offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience at a senior level, preferably in quantity surveying.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 contracts, particularly Option A and B.

Responsibilities

• Managing sub-contracts and overseeing change management processes.
• Conducting cost analysis, forecasting, and budgeting for the project.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing detailed reports.

Skills

Experience in quantity surveying

Knowledge of highways and bridges

Sub-contract management

Change management

Communication and negotiation skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in quantity surveying

Job description

Overview

Our client, operating within the highways sector, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a 6 month contract (Inside IR35) - potential extension/chance of permanenet employment in the near future.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing sub-contracts and overseeing change management processes
• Working with NEC3 Option A and Option B contracts, including closing out accounts
• Collaborating with the Commercial Manager and other team members to ensure project objectives are met
• Conducting cost analysis, forecasting, and budgeting for the project
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing detailed reports
• Providing support and advice on commercial matters

Job Requirements

• Experience in quantity surveying, preferably at a senior level
• Strong knowledge of highways, bridges, and local road bridge projects
• Proficiency in sub-contract management and change management
• Familiarity with NEC3 contracts, particularly Option A and Option B
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work both on-site (4 days) and from home (1 day)
• Relevant qualifications in quantity surveying or a related field

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate (Inside IR35)
• Opportunity to work on a significant highway project
• Potential for permanent position in the new year
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

If you are a qualified Quantity Surveyor looking for a temporary role with the potential for a permanent position/contract extensions, we encourage you to apply