Quantity Surveyor

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major civil engineering project, taking commercial responsibility for key infrastructure packages including earthworks, drainage, structures and bridge works. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 principal contractor on major civil engineering or infrastructure schemes. This is a hands-on commercial role requiring someone who understands their numbers, can accurately forecast package performance and is confident managing subcontractors from procurement and contract drafting through to final account. Key responsibilities will include: Commercial management of major civil engineering packages including earthworks, drainage, bridges and associated structures Producing accurate cost forecasts and cost-to-complete assessments Monitoring actual spend against budget and forecast Identifying and investigating over and underspends Reporting on package performance and highlighting emerging commercial risks Preparing and developing draft subcontracts for downstream suppliers and subcontractors Managing subcontractor accounts, applications, payments and commercial correspondence Managing downstream change control, including variations and compensation events Reviewing costs associated with change and ensuring appropriate commercial recovery Maintaining accurate cost and value records Working closely with project, engineering, procurement and planning teams Supporting monthly ..... full job details .....