18 highways quantity surveyor jobs found

An opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor with experience in Highways Maintenance and NEC4 Term Service Contract to join a client in Oxfordshire. You will be a key part of the team involved in a large scale highway maintenance and infrastructure schemes and your main duties include calculating and monitoring project costs, providing cost and quality assurance, performing risk and value management as well as providing initial costings and Bills of Quantities. This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £50 - £55 per hour - negotiable for the right candidate and dependant on experience. Flexible working arrangements and working from home opportunities are available. Working within the Highways team your main duties include: Calculating and monitoring project costs associated with highway maintenance and construction Ensuring the highest standards of cost control, cost monitoring and cost management are carried out Providing cost and quality...

Quantity Surveyor Highways Location: Oxfordshire Rate: £55 per hour Umbrella Working Arrangement: Hybrid 1 day per week In the office Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial support to the NEC Contract Manager and delegated Service Manager in administering the Oxfordshire highways term maintenance contract. The role will support the delivery of maintenance and improvement works through Task Orders under the NEC4 Term Service Contract (TSC), Option A. Key Responsibilities Review and assess Contractor Task Order quotations. Prepare and check estimates and cost plans. Review quantities, Price List items, rates and cost build-ups. Build up new rates where items are not included in the Price List. Review Contractor payment applications and valuations. Assess compensation events and other contract changes. Review and challenge Contractor costs, preliminaries and risk allowances. Undertake independent Service Manager...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Highways Location: Coventry Working Pattern: 3 days per week on site / 2 days from home Contract: 18 months IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Rate: Competitive / attractive market rate The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join a major highways project based in Coventry on an initial 18-month contract. The role has become available following a permanent team member handing in their notice and will involve taking ownership of a significant package within a major highways scheme. You will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of the Walls Grey Package, valued at approximately £150 200 million, with around £20 million of works planned over the next 18 months. The project has already delivered one scheme and is now moving into the second, providing an excellent opportunity for an experienced SQS to take ownership of a substantial and commercially important package. Key...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Hampshire 12-month contract Full time £50 - £55 per hour Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge? Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join them on an ongoing Contract. Key Responsibilities: Implementing procurement strategies, including Frameworks and other NEC4 arrangements (e.g. Options A-E of the NEC4 ECC, early contractor involvement, etc.). Establishing and determining budgets in conjunction with the client/project manager and determine contractor entitlements leading to the settlement of the "Final Account". Ensuring the effective cost control of civil engineering construction and maintenance projects. Demonstrate and maintain the highest levels of technical and professional competence. Managing the delivery and cost outcomes of individual projects and programmes of work. This role will go quickly so please apply with an updated CV,...

We are working with a Utilities & Civil Engineering contractor who specialise in industrial and highways projects across the UK they are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to work on projects across the North. They are looking for someone who can manage bills of quantities on civil engineering, utilities and highways projects ranging from (phone number removed) to 7m. Working alongside other members of the commercial team the client are looking for someone on long term freelance contract. The ideal individual will have experience of working on NEC contracts along with exposure to Highways/Rail/Infrastructure/Civil Engineering/Utilities projects. Roles, responsibilities and qualifications: Managing bills of quantities ensuring projects are kept within budget reporting to Senior commercial team working closely with design and project teams - additionally working with the client's and key stakeholders. Working with supply chain to provide accurate tenders CVR's Cost...

Immediate need for a Quantity Surveyor to join our client's team in Bedford to assist with the delivery of a long-term maintenance contact. You will be an experienced Quantity Surveying professional with a background in highways engineering, projects and contracts. Duties will include: Maximise commercial return on the contract. Drive value for money and efficiency savings in accordance with contract delivery Be continually aware of the profitability of orders that form part of the contract Review and report weekly cost & value for projects and maintenance schemes and liaison with operations Manage Subcontract accounts from procurement to final account Monthly forecasting of the contract Making sure accurate records are maintained and supplied to client Commercial management and reporting in conjunction with operational managers Work in Partnership with the Client and in a collaborative manner Management of Subcontractors from Enquiry to Final...

URGENT SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR NEED-DIDCOT-HIGHWAYS Due to the award of a major Highways and Road over Rail Bridge scheme in Didcot valued at over 60m, our client, a world renowned Main Contractor are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial Team on a freelance basis. Based from site (this is 5 days per week) daily duties will include Procurement, Sub Contractor Account Management, Payments, Cost Reporting and Variations. To be considered for this role, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and have working experience of NEC Option 4 along with major Highways and Structure experience gained within the Main Contracting environment. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Inside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and long term contract for the right individual. This is a great opening with a top client and really personable team so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Twyford, Buckinghamshire Contract: Freelance / Contract Rate: £500-£550 per day (Inside IR35) The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a JV Main Contractor on a major HS2 civils package based in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key commercial role on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, supporting the successful delivery of complex civil engineering works while driving commercial performance and protecting project value. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will be responsible for managing contractual obligations, maximising commercial returns, identifying risks and ensuring robust cost and value management throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your duties will include: Managing commercial resources and contract administration to maximise project value and...

Our client, a Derbyshire-based Civil Engineering Contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support their commercial team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience at Senior Quantity Surveyor level, with a background delivering civil engineering projects including roads, highways, earthworks and public realm schemes, typically ranging from £1m to £10m in value. Strong NEC contract experience is essential. Day rate: £400 £450 per day DOE IR35: Outside IR35

Quantity Surveyor Civils / Utilities Lower Thames Crossing Specialist drilling and civil engineering subcontractor requires an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a newly secured package of works on the Lower Thames Crossing . The company has secured a trenching and conversion/diversion works contract associated with the relocation of a water main . The initial requirement is for approximately 3 months , although there is strong potential for the role to extend significantly as the project and scope develop. The Role: Commercial management of the subcontract package. Working under an NEC Option E contract. Managing applications, variations, compensation events and commercial reporting. Identifying contractual and commercial opportunities throughout the works. Working closely with the operational team to ensure all additional works and changes are properly captured and recovered. Proactively managing the contract to maximise value and commercial...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Suffolk A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways maintenance and infrastructure programme. You'll play a key role in the commercial management of projects, ensuring strong financial control and successful delivery across a busy portfolio of works. Key Responsibilities Lead pre-contract activities including forecasting, measurement, subcontract tendering, and procurement Manage project commercials: valuations, applications, cost control, and change management Oversee subcontractor packages and support operational delivery teams Prepare, submit, and agree Final Accounts Produce accurate project forecasts and contribute to monthly reporting cycles Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks Drive cashflow through effective valuation and invoicing processes Support and mentor junior commercial staff and site teams Ensure compliance with contractual, legal,...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Change Management) - HS2 Role Purpose The Senior Quantity Surveyor (Change Management) will lead the commercial management of design-related change across major HS2 programmes. Working within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment, the role is responsible for identifying, assessing, pricing, negotiating, and securing agreement of changes arising from design development, scope evolution, client instructions, technical assurance requirements, and programme impacts. The successful candidate will possess strong commercial, contractual, and technical understanding of infrastructure design and delivery, enabling them to work effectively with engineering, planning, project controls, and client teams throughout the project lifecycle. A key aspect of the role is the ability to challenge and support design teams, ensuring that changes are robustly substantiated, commercially recoverable, and aligned with contractual entitlements. Key Responsibilities...

Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Glasgow with hybrid working available Rate: (Apply online only) per day (Neg DOE inside IR35) Duration: Ongoing (working on 2 multi-million-pound projects) Our Client: Is an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector. With over 1400 staff working across eight regional centres, supporting six long-term water sector frameworks and two recently won frameworks, operating both as a sole contractor but also in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: You will report directly to the Commercial Manager and you will be expected to take responsibility for the Commercial Management of Projects. Responsibilities: Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met Manage the main contract...

Quantity Surveyor (Highways & Civils Framework) Location: Crawley / Central London (Hybrid) Rate: 400 - 450 per day (Outside IR35) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 - 6 Months+ Project Overview We are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a major contractor on a newly awarded 4-year capital upgrade framework at Crawley. The multi-million-pound framework covers both landside and airside civil engineering and structural building schemes, including pavement renewals, utility diversions, and terminal enhancements. In this role, you will initially oversee commercial delivery for 2 to 3 landside road schemes valued between 300k and 500k each. The projects are currently in the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) / design phase and will be delivered primarily under NEC Option E (Cost Reimbursable) and NEC Option A (Target Contract) forms. Key Responsibilities ECI & Pre-Construction Commercials: Price works, build target costs, and establish...

An immediate start opportunity exists for a competent Quantity on a roads and highways project in London. Previous tier one contractor experience using NEC3/4 contracts is advantageous. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of highways and major infrastructure projects. Preparing and reviewing subcontract packages, procurement schedules and contract administration. Producing valuations, forecasts, CVRs and cost reports. Managing variations, compensation events and change control processes. Supporting project delivery teams to maximise commercial performance. Negotiating and agreeing final accounts with clients and subcontractors. Ensuring compliance with NEC forms of contract. Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle. Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within highways, roads or major civil engineering projects. Strong knowledge...

PSR Solutions is working with a civil engineering contractor, to recruit a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor on a Highways project in Liverpool. This will be a site based role. My client is looking for a SQS with a minimum of 2 years Highways experience. Change Management experience is also desirable Pay rate 400- 450 a day The role will be Outside of IR35

Senior Quantity Surveyor Oxfordshire NEC Infrastructure & Highways Freelance Outside IR35 Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) with strong NEC contract and Main Contractor experience? We are currently recruiting for a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior QS to support the delivery of a major infrastructure project in Oxfordshire. The project will involve the construction of a new pedestrian and cycle bridge across the River Thames, forming part of the wider Oxpens / West End regeneration programme. This is a long-term freelance opportunity anticipated to run through to March 2027, offering the chance to work on a high-profile infrastructure and bridge project within the Southern Region. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for providing strong commercial support throughout the project, working closely with the Main Contractor and wider project team. Key Requirements: Proven Senior Quantity Surveyor experience with a...

QUANTITY SURVEYOR/ SENIOR BRIDGES OXFORD OUTSIDE IR35 We are currently looking for a Consultant Senior QS or QS to join one of our top clients, working on a major scheme to construct a new pedestrian and cycle bridge across the River Thames as part of the wider Oxpens/West End regeneration in Oxford. The role is anticipated to run until March 2027. The successful candidate will have previous Main Contractor experience, strong knowledge of NEC contracts, and ideally experience working on bridge or highways projects. Knowledge of the Method of Measurement for Highway Works (MMHW) would also be beneficial. You will need to be a strong communicator, work effectively as part of a team, and be comfortable working on site at least 3 days per week. Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Oxford, with potential future sites across the west of the region. This is a excellent opportunity to work with a top regional civil engineering contractor! The...