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Quantity Surveyor

Job in Saltash, Cornwall, PL12, England, UK
Listing for: Progressive Recruitment
Contract position Listed on 2026-11-09
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 450 GBP Weekly GBP 450.00 WEEK

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Torness, Scotland Contract Type:
Long-Term Contract (Outside IR35) Duration:
Until 2029 Sector:
Energy Infrastructure / Utilities Working Pattern:
Predominantly Site-Based The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) transmission link project in Torness, Scotland. This long-term contract opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in the commercial delivery of one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure schemes, supporting the expansion and reinforcement of the national electricity network.

Working closely with project and commercial teams, you will be responsible for managing project costs, contract administration, change control, valuations, forecasting, and subcontractor accounts throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities Managing commercial and contractual aspects of the project. Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts. Identifying, managing, and negotiating variations and compensation events. Monitoring project costs and supporting financial forecasting. Administering subcontractor accounts and commercial performance. Producing commercial reports and supporting project stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures. Candidate Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities, engineering, energy, or construction sectors.

Strong commercial and contractual management experience. Experience managing change control, cost reporting, and subcontractor accounts. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work predominantly site-based in Torness.

Desirable Experience within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. NEC contract experience. Experience on large-scale energy or utility infrastructure projects. What's on Offer Long-term contract running until 2029 . Outside IR35 engagement. Opportunity to work on a nationally significant energy infrastructure project. Competitive day rate. Stable, long-term project pipeline within the UK utilities and energy sector. Interested? Apply today with your latest CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

If this role isn't quite right for you but you know someone who could be a good fit, recommendations and referrals are always appreciated. Please  to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Progressive please visit  Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ
, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
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