Quantity Surveyor – Civils (Remote)
Freelance | Up to £400 per day outside IR35 | Long term
About the Company
Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and groundwork projects across the UK. Operating across multiple sectors, they have built a strong reputation for quality delivery and effective commercial management. With a growing workload and ongoing framework agreements, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor who can work effectively in a remote capacity.
The Role
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial function across a range of civils projects. This role will predominantly be remote, so it will suit an individual who is highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of managing workloads independently while meeting strict timescales.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the pricing and agreement of compensation events
- Support the preparation of commercial reports and cost forecasts
- Manage and administer subcontract packages of work
- Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements
- Monitor project costs and identify potential risks and opportunities
- Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Support the wider commercial team in delivering project objectives on time and within budget
Experience & Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contract forms (essential)
- Experience in placing and managing subcontract packages
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
- Proven ability to work effectively in a remote environment
- Experience supporting civils, infrastructure, or groundwork projects
- Strong understanding of commercial processes and reporting
Skills & Attributes
Technical Skills:
- Knowledge of cost control, valuations, and variations
- Experience assisting with compensation events and reporting
- Solid understanding of commercial procedures within civils projects
People Skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Proactive and detail-oriented approach
If you are interested please contact Tabitha Crabtree at Kenton Black – Tabitha.crabtree@kentonblack.com | 07359640824
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