Quantity Surveyor (QS) position available!We are seeking a highly motivated and commercially skilled Quantity Surveyor (QS) to join our project team based in Poole, Dorset. This is an excellent opportunity to take full commercial ownership of a significant Highways scheme within a leading contractor environment.

The Role:

• Position: Quantity Surveyor (QS)

• Location: Poole, Dorset (Hybrid)

• Rate: £500 - £550 per day (Inside IR35)

• Contract: 6+ Month Rolling Contract (40-hour week)

• Work Pattern: Hybrid (2 days in the office, 3 days working from home)

The Project Focus:

You will be the dedicated commercial lead responsible for a single, key Highways scheme in the region. This role requires meticulous cost control, contractual expertise, and a proactive approach to commercial management.

Key Responsibilities (Commercial Delivery)

• Financial Control & Forecasting: Manage detailed cost plans and generate Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) and cash flow forecasts to ensure project profitability and accurate financial visibility.

• Contractual Administration: Manage the contract for the project, providing commercial administration and ensuring strict compliance with NEC3/NEC4 contract conditions.

• Change Control: Proactively identify, value, and negotiate contract variations and changes, formally converting these into change orders and settling any related compensation events.

• Subcontract Procurement: Oversee the procurement of specialist subcontractors, including issuing tender packages, negotiating terms, and compiling detailed final account settlements.

• Payment Management: Prepare and submit accurate Applications For Payment (AFPs) to the client. Scrutinize and validate all incoming subcontractor payment applications to maximize company cash flow.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience (typically 3+ years) operating as a Quantity Surveyor within Highways, Civil Engineering, or Utilities.

• Contract Expertise: Essential working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4).

• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated ability to manage project costs, negotiate effectively, and efficiently achieve contract close-out.

• Qualifications: HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline.

If you are ready for a challenging contract role with excellent hybrid flexibility and immediate commercial impact, apply now!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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