Quantity Surveyor – Highways

Reference: 4808544

Job d:
Closing date:

Location:

Peterborough Salary:
Up to 60k/annum (Negotiable DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package (per annum)
Job type:
Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Construction / Highways and Transport Company:
Hays Consultant:
James Mayfield-Potter Hays office:
Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone:
Email: james.mayfield-potter

Your new company

You 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 role

As 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 succeed

To 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 return

In 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 now If 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:

applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position. #4808544 - James Mayfield-Potter