Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways & Civil (Start Now)

Randstad CPE; Grays; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-moving civil engineering project in Grays (RM16). The role focuses on commercial delivery, contract compliance, and proactive cost management. An immediate start is available with a contract through to 31/12/2026 and potential extension.

You will support the project team, oversee packages, and bridge between junior and senior teams on site, delivering robust financial controls and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Essential experience in civil engineering construction.
• High priority for experience in highways sector.
• Must be computer literate and able to use the Seymour management system.
• Must hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual and commercial advice to the project team in conjunction with the Commercial Manager.
• Ensure all contract requirements related to the project are complied with in full.
• Produce financial reporting related to schemes to the required standard and timetable.
• Manage subcontract procurement and administration, ensuring timely instructions and appropriate governance.
• Effectively manage supply chain variations, risk, and cashflow forecasting.
• Produce early warnings and compensation events in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ensure effective control of costs across all activities and deliver weekly reporting.
• Liaise effectively within the team, with other teams, and with the supply chain.

Skills

Civil engineering

Commercial awareness

Contract administration

Financial reporting

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

Seymour management system

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-moving civil engineering project in Grays (RM16). The role focuses on commercial delivery, contract compliance, and proactive cost management. An immediate start is available with a contract through to 31/12/2026 and potential extension.

You will support the project team, oversee packages, and bridge between junior and senior teams on site, delivering robust financial controls and timely reporting.