Quantity Surveyor

CV-Library

£78,000–£136,500 a year

Cardiff

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

Hybrid

Work setup

Opens CV-Library in a new tab

In brief

This Quantity Surveyor role supports the commercial management of a major infrastructure programme to ensure projects remain on time and within budget. The work involves managing subcontractor accounts, valuing variations, and producing detailed cost reports while collaborating with operational teams to maximise commercial performance.

Best for

Quantity Surveyors with infrastructure sector experience

Non-negotiable

Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or related commercial discipline required.

Worth knowing

Role is Inside IR35 and requires four days per week in the office.

What you need

Required

  • Quantity Surveying degree

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Infrastructure sector experience

    Clearly required in the listing

  • NEC contracts knowledge

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Commercial management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Stakeholder management

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.

Your day-to-day

  • Manage subcontractor procurement and accounts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Prepare and review payment applications

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Value variations and compensation events

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Produce cost reports and forecasts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Support contract administration

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Identify cost savings and risks

    Clearly stated in the job description.

What's on offer

Hybrid working
Up to £525 per day
Hybrid working arrangement
Pathway to permanent employment
Long-term project security
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Your new company A leading infrastructure contractor delivering long-term projects across the utilities sector is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. With a strong pipeline of secured work and projects running for several years, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business offering both immediate contract work and a clear pathway into a permanent position. Your new role As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of a major infrastructure programme, working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key responsibilities will include: Managing subcontractor procurement, administration and account management Preparing and reviewing applications for payment Valuing variations, compensation events and change control processes Producing cost reports, forecasts and commercial updates Supporting contract administration and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements Working collaboratively with project managers, engineers and site teams to maximise commercial performance Assisting with risk management and identifying opportunities for cost savings and value improvement This is an immediate requirement offered on an initial contract basis with a transition into a permanent role after approximately 15 weeks. What you'll need to succeed Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline Previous experience working within utilities, water, environmental, aviation, nuclear or other major infrastructure sectors Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management principles Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast-paced project environment Full right to work in the UK What you'll get in return Day rate of up to £525 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid working arrangement with four days per week in the office Long-term programme of work with strong job security Clear pathway from contract to permanent employment Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project with significant investment and future growth Immediate start available What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Why apply through Jobmundo?

  • Clear, unbiased job analysis
  • Shows what you match
  • Save time reading hard to read job descriptions

Note

We generate this analysis from the job description. The listing may have changed since then, or the analysis may not be fully accurate — always check the original posting before applying.

Related jobs