Quantity Surveyor - Power

Your new company
You will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor based in Stafford delivering some of the UK's most important energy and power projects. Operating across major electricity transmission and network improvement schemes, this organisation plays a key role in strengthening and future-proofing the UK's energy infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued growth across National Grid projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that offers long-term career development while contributing to nationally significant projects.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Stafford office with hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of major power infrastructure projects from award through to final account. Working closely with project delivery teams, clients and supply chain partners, you will ensure projects are delivered commercially successfully while identifying opportunities to drive value and manage risk.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing the commercial performance of infrastructure projects throughout their lifecycle
Administering NEC contracts, including Compensation Events, Early Warning Notices and payment applications
Producing cost reports, forecasts, CVRs and commercial performance updates
Managing subcontract procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts
Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
Providing contractual and commercial support to project teams
Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and key stakeholders
Negotiating and agreeing final accounts
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or related discipline) or experience equivalent
Experience administering NEC3 and/or NEC4 forms of contract within the civil engineering or infrastructure sectors
Strong commercial awareness and strong understanding of cost management principles
Experience producing CVRs, cost forecasts and commercial reports
Good knowledge of compensation events and early warning processes
Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £65,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Company car or car allowance
Minimum 25 days' annual leave (option to buy/sell extra days) plus bank holidays
Hybrid working (2 days' remote per week) and flexible working hours
Pension
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Fuel card
Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental pay
Funded professional memberships
Gym discounts and wellbeing support
Volunteering days
Employee discounts
Clear pathways for career progression
Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an employee-first and industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.
What you need to do now
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