Quantity Surveyor (Utilities)

Your new companyA growing organisation within the infrastructure and utilities sector, delivering essential projects across key regional frameworks. The business has a strong pipeline of work and offers a collaborative environment alongside the opportunity to take ownership of your projects.Your new roleYou will join on an initial 6-month contract as a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, supporting the commercial delivery of ongoing projects. This role is primarily site-based in the Sandwell region, with some flexibility around hybrid working where required.You will be responsible for managing project accounts, including cost control, valuations, and variations. The role will require a high level of independence, as you'll be trusted to manage your own workload, with occasional support from junior team members where available.What you'll need to succeed

• Experience working as a QS or SQS within construction, civil engineering, or utilities
• NEC Experience (Essential)
• Prior experience working within Clean or Wastewater sectors
• Ability to manage accounts independently and operate with minimal supervision
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
• Experience within regulated or process-driven environments (desirable)
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential)
• CSCS card (advantageous, not essential)
• Availability to start at short notice

What you'll get in return

• Competitive day rate, with flexibility depending on experience
• Contract operating outside IR35
• Initial 6-month duration with potential for extension
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Opportunity to work within a stable and busy project environment

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