Join a leading Tier One contractor and contribute to the delivery of major civil engineering and highways projects! We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial aspects of a high-profile civils and highways scheme. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal role within a top contractor and work on transformative infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the project, from tender through to final account.
- Prepare accurate cost estimates, forecasts, and valuations for large-scale civils and highways schemes.
- Oversee the procurement of subcontractors, materials, and suppliers, ensuring best value and compliance with project specifications.
- Conduct detailed cost analysis and provide regular financial reports to senior management.
- Negotiate and manage contracts, resolving disputes and ensuring adherence to project budgets and timelines.
- Monitor site activities, ensuring costs and risks are effectively managed and controlled.
- Work closely with the project team to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive commercial efficiency.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within major civil engineering and highways projects, ideally for a Tier One contractor.
- Strong understanding of NEC contracts and their commercial management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills, with a focus on cost control and maximising project profitability.
- Relevant qualifications in quantity surveying, construction, or commercial management (HNC/HND/BSc or equivalent).
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- The opportunity to work on high-profile civil engineering and highways
- Clear career progression with ongoing training and professional development.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment within a top-tier contractor.
For more information, reach out to Joe at Randstad Reading or apply with your CV for more details.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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