Location: Peterborough (Surrounding areas)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance & Bonus
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our team delivering a highways maintenance projects across Peterborough . This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a long-term infrastructure programme focused on maintaining and improving the local road network.
You will play a key role in commercial management, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, within budget, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all commercial aspects of highways maintenance projects
* Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts
* Administer contracts in line with NEC (or similar) conditions
* Assess, manage, and process subcontractor payments
* Monitor project costs and identify risks/opportunities
* Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts
* Support procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
* Ensure compliance with company procedures and client requirements
* Provide regular financial reporting to senior management
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within highways or infrastructure maintenance
* Good understanding of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred)
* Strong commercial and financial acumen
* Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain relationships
* Proficient in cost management and reporting tools
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Membership of RICS or working towards chartership (desirable)
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Long-term, stable framework with secured workload
* Opportunities for career progression and professional development
* Support towards chartership (if applicable)
* Collaborative and supportive working environment
Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year