Subcontracts Quantity Surveyor

Commercialtalentsolutions; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial EPC contractor is looking for a Subcontracts Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial delivery team in Hull. This is a permanent role offering a salary up to £70,000 and requires proven experience in managing subcontract packages within large-scale projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full commercial lifecycle, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and engaging effectively with stakeholders.

Benefits

Living away allowance

Buy/sell holidays

Healthy pension contribution

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in subcontract management on large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC4 Option B contracts.
• Able to produce detailed commercial reports and assess risk.

Responsibilities

• Oversee subcontract management for a £115m+ capital project.
• Conduct and certify subcontractor valuations and ensure compliance.
• Lead change management processes and monitor commercial risks.

Skills

Subcontract Management

Valuation & Payments

Cost Control & Reporting

Change Control

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

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Subcontracts Quantity Surveyor – Major EPC Project (Hull-Based)

Permanent | Up to £70,000 + Living away allowance (if not based locally)

A leading industrial EPC contractor is seeking a Subcontracts Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial delivery team on a £115m+ capital project based in Hull. This is a flagship infrastructure programme at a large chemical processing facility, forming part of a multi-year Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract that includes the delivery of a new high-performance production line.

This is a site-based role, offering long-term progression within a high-performing commercial team, responsible for managing a wide range of specialist subcontract works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Subcontract Management: Oversee the full commercial lifecycle of subcontract packages – from award and mobilisation through to final account – across disciplines such as steelwork, mechanical pipework, electrical systems, and insulation.
• Valuations & Payments: Conduct and certify subcontractor valuations, ensuring compliance with payment terms, contract timelines, and accurate cost reporting.
• Cost Control & Reporting: Prepare and maintain weekly cost ledgers, accruals, and forecasting using systems such as SAP and Power BI; ensure accurate financial reporting to support project controls and month-end processes.
• Change Control: Lead and support the administration of change management processes, including assessment of variations, issuing Compensation Event Quotations (CEQs), and supporting contractual notifications.
• Commercial Risk & Performance Monitoring: Monitor commercial risk, prepare best/worst/most-likely scenario assessments, and drive proactive margin protection strategies.
• Progress & Stakeholder Management: Attend subcontractor meetings, track deliverables and performance, and liaise effectively with site, procurement, and client teams to ensure commercial alignment.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure full understanding of subcontract terms and deliverables, including NEC4 Option B obligations and adherence to NAECI Agreement requirements.
• Support to Main Contract Activities: Provide data for inclusion in main contract applications, assist with client communications, and support head contract reporting.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Proven experience delivering subcontract management: on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects (ideally EPC or industrial projects).
• Strong working knowledge of NEC4 Option B: (Bill of Quantities / Remeasure) contracts and their application in live project environments.
• Familiarity with NAECI conditions: including site-based delivery structures and associated commercial processes.
• Technical understanding: Standard Methods of Measurement (e.g., SMM7, NRM2) and the ability to remeasure BOQs confidently.
• System Proficiency: Hands-on experience using SAP and Power BI to track and analyse cost data and inform project decision-making.
• Commercial Acumen & Communication Skills: Confident in challenging and negotiating with subcontractors, with the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical and Detail-Oriented: Able to produce commercial reports, assess risk, and maintain rigorous cost control under pressure.
• Salary up to £70,000 per annum
• Living away allowance (if not based locally)
• Plus additional benefits (buy/sell holidays, healthy pension contribution, private healthcare etc)

Interested in hearing more? Get in touch with Ciaran McElhinney @Commercial Talent Solutions for a confidential conversation and a full role overview.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Consulting, and Finance

• Industries

  Building Construction, Chemical Manufacturing, and Construction

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