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Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: West Cumbria Employment: Permanent Sector: Civil Engineering / Major Infrastructure The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering a major, long-term infrastructure renewal programme in West Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in a significant programme of civil engineering works, covering roads, rail infrastructure, bridges, utilities and major structural upgrades. Projects typically range up to £10m, with larger schemes valued between £10m and £30m. The wider programme is expected to run for approximately 8 15 years, offering excellent long-term career prospects. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of assigned work packages, working closely with the Commercial Manager, project delivery teams, subcontractors and client representatives. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring effective cost control, contract administration and commercial performance. Key responsibilities include: Managing the commercial and cost management activities of assigned civil engineering work packages. Preparing and maintaining project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow reports and commercial reporting. Administering NEC contracts, including compensation events, early warnings and change control. Managing interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts. Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery. Managing subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations, negotiations and appointments. Overseeing subcontractor accounts, payments, variations and commercial performance. Ensuring accurate records are maintained for contractual changes, claims and compensation events. Working closely with engineering, planning and project controls teams to manage cost, programme and scope changes. Supporting the development and maintenance of project cost baselines. Preparing detailed commercial reports for senior management and clients. Supporting the Commercial Manager with contractual claims, disputes and commercial negotiations. Ensuring commercial procedures, governance and contractual obligations are followed. Providing commercial advice and support to project delivery teams. Supporting and mentoring Quantity Surveyors, Assistant Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff. Requirements Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong background in managing commercial packages on civil engineering projects, ideally including highways, rail, bridges, structures, utilities or heavy civils. Strong working knowledge of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts. Experience managing compensation events, change control and contractual administration. Experience preparing cost forecasts, budgets, valuations and final accounts. Strong subcontractor procurement and commercial management experience. Good understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery. Experience identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities. Strong commercial awareness and contractual knowledge. Experience producing detailed commercial reports and cost forecasts. Ability to work closely with project managers, engineers, planners and client representatives. Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills. Previous experience supporting or mentoring junior Quantity Surveyors. Ability to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance, or already hold the appropriate clearance. Experience working within nuclear or other highly regulated environments would be advantageous, although candidates with strong civil engineering and infrastructure backgrounds will also be considered. Apply Now If you are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong civil engineering or infrastructure background and are looking for a long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure programme, we would be interested in hearing from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the position.

Senior Estimator Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Location: West Cumbria Employment: Permanent Sector: Civil Engineering / Major Infrastructure The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering a major, long-term infrastructure renewal programme in West Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in a significant programme of civil engineering works, covering roads, rail infrastructure, bridges, utilities and major structural upgrades. Projects typically range up to £10m, with larger schemes valued between £10m and £30m. The wider programme is expected to run for approximately 8 15 years, offering excellent long-term career prospects. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive tender estimates, working closely with bid management, planning, procurement and operational teams. The Role As Senior Estimator, you will take responsibility for preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Key responsibilities include: Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering and infrastructure tenders. Developing first-principles estimates covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and preliminaries. Reviewing drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and tender documentation. Carrying out quantity take-offs and preparing detailed pricing schedules. Working closely with Bid Managers, Planners, Procurement and Engineering teams to develop competitive tender submissions. Obtaining, reviewing and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations. Assessing construction methodologies, programme requirements and associated costs. Pricing Temporary Works requirements in coordination with engineering and technical teams. Identifying tender risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions. Supporting early contractor involvement and budget pricing exercises. Preparing tender summaries and presenting pricing information at settlement meetings. Supporting post-tender clarifications and commercial discussions. Providing detailed estimating handovers to project delivery and commercial teams following successful tenders. Supporting and mentoring junior estimators where required. Requirements Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or experienced Estimator within civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong background in pricing civil engineering works, ideally including highways, rail, bridges, structures, utilities or heavy civils. Experience preparing detailed first-principles estimates. Good understanding of construction methodologies, resource planning and project costs. Experience working with NEC contracts. Strong knowledge of tendering procedures, procurement and subcontractor pricing. Experience reviewing bills of quantities, drawings and technical specifications. Good commercial awareness and understanding of project risks. Experience using estimating software packages. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively with bid, planning, engineering and operational teams. Ability to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance, or already hold the appropriate clearance. Apply Now If you are an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong civil engineering or infrastructure background and are looking for a long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure programme, we would be interested in hearing from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the position.

Senior Planner Civil Engineering North West £65,000 £85,000 + car or car allowance + benefits An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Planner to support its project delivery and continued growth across the North West. This is an office-based position with flexibility to attend sites , offering the opportunity to take ownership of planning and help develop the planning team. An immediate start is available. The role Develop, maintain and monitor project programmes, working closely with operational and commercial teams. Translate construction methods and site requirements into practical, achievable programmes. Identify programme risks, delays and opportunities, supporting mitigation and recovery plans. Provide clear progress updates and planning input throughout project delivery. Support upcoming AMP8 works for United Utilities under NEC4 , due to start in early spring 2027. What we re looking for Strong planning experience within civil engineering. Ideally, experience in reinforced concrete, structures or comparable civils packages . A practical understanding of construction sequencing and delivery. Experience working on NEC contracts, ideally NEC4. Confidence working with site teams, commercial teams and senior management. Opportunity to build your team Within approximately six months, you ll have the opportunity to help recruit an additional Planner, with input into selecting your own team member. You ll then mentor and develop them, with the new Planner reporting to you. The package £65,000 £85,000 salary , depending on experience, qualifications and the scale and value of projects delivered. Permanent PAYE employment. Company car or car allowance. Holiday entitlement and pension. Opportunity to shape the planning function and develop your own team. For a confidential discussion, contact Daryl Richardson at SER Limited : (phone number removed) (phone number removed) (url removed) "SER-IN"

Impact Energy Partners are recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Planner to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major dual carriageway infrastructure project in Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a high-profile highways scheme, working alongside project management and site delivery teams to ensure programmes are effectively developed, managed, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle. The Role As Senior Site Planner, you will be responsible for: Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes Monitoring progress and identifying potential delays and risks Producing short and long-term lookahead programmes Working closely with site teams, engineers, and project managers Providing programme updates and progress reporting Supporting recovery planning where required Managing critical paths and programme dependencies Ensuring accurate planning and reporting using Primavera P6 Requirements To be considered, you should have: Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within civil engineering Experience working on highways, roads, infrastructure, rail, or heavy civils projects Strong Primavera P6 skills Excellent programme management and reporting capabilities Ability to work collaboratively with project delivery teams Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What's on Offer? Up to 400 per day Initial 6-month contract Major long-term infrastructure project Opportunity to work with a leading contractor Potential for contract extension Immediate interview and start available If you're an experienced Senior Site Planner looking for your next contract opportunity and have a background in major civil engineering or highways projects, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today or contact Richard Bartlett at Impact Energy Partners for a confidential discussion.