Quantity Surveyor - Highways

Your new companyYou will be joining an industry-leading and high-profile Tier 1 contractor delivering a major highways scheme in Peterborough. This multi-accredited and well-established contractor has a strong reputation for delivering major highways and infrastructure projects and offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Peterborough office with flexible and hybrid working.

Your new roleAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will report to the Commercial Manager and take responsibility for the commercial performance of the project, ensuring robust cost control and value recovery.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting cost to completion
• Administering NEC contracts, including subcontract management and contractual correspondence
• Procuring subcontract packages and preparing tender documentation
• Managing variations and compensation events, including delay analysis and loss & expense claims
• Providing detailed cost analysis and maintaining transparent financial reporting
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular engagement
• Liaising closely with site teams to support effective project delivery
• Leading or supporting value engineering activities
• Managing commercial meetings and representing the business professionally
• Forecasting cash flow and supporting procurement strategies.

This is a varied and hands-on role where you will play a key part in safeguarding the commercial interests of the business while contributing to successful project outcomes.

What you'll need to succeedTo excel in this role, you will bring:

• Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment, ideally in civil engineering or highways
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Excellent negotiation, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Sound communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to £60,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
• 36 days' annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits
• Retail discounts
• Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
• Opportunity to advance your career with an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.

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