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Temporary

Quantity Surveyor - Utilities (Temp-to-Perm)

Hays Construction and Property
Brighton
money-bag £300 - £400/day £400/day (Inside IR35)
Posted: 24 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: 225409341

Your new companyI''m working with a Tier 1 Contractor delivering major projects across the utilities and infrastructure sectors. With a strong pipeline of work and long-term frameworks secured, the organisation is continuing to grow its commercial team and is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of the utilities projects. Working within a collaborative commercial team, you''ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and commercially successfully.
Your new roleAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of a portfolio of infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and managing applications for payment
  • Cost reporting, forecasting and CVR production
  • Subcontract procurement and account management
  • Managing variations and change control processes
  • Reviewing and administering contracts
  • Supporting compensation event and commercial change processes
  • Managing cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reporting
  • Working closely with operational teams to maximise value and minimise risk
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
  • Supporting project delivery across multiple sites where required

This role requires you to be in the office 3 days per week.
What you''ll need to succeed

  • Quantity Surveying experience within utilities, nuclear, aviation, environmental or M&E
  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor or similar role
  • Willing to go Permanent
  • White CSCS Card or relevant professional qualification
  • Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
  • Experience producing CVRs, forecasts and cost reports
  • Experience managing subcontractor accounts and applications for payment
  • Good understanding of NEC contracts
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


What you''ll get in return

  • Opportunity to work on long-term frameworks
  • Supportive and collaborative commercial team environment
  • Excellent career development opportunities
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Long-term career stability within a growing business


What you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CVIf 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.

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