Our client is currently looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor within Highways Service on an initial 5 month contract. Quantity Surveyor – Countywide Projects Lancashire Negotiable day rate We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Highways Service, a newly formed and innovative team delivering both routine maintenance and multi-million-pound infrastructure schemes across the county. As part of a trusted and forward-thinking organisation, you’ll be at the heart of delivering high-profile, transformational civil engineering projects that shape local communities and support regional growth. With confirmed investment and a strong pipeline of projects, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that is both ambitious and supportive—offering the chance to make a real difference while developing your career. What you'll be doing: Prepare estimates, tenders and Bills of Quantities from drawings and Schedule of Rates Provide financial oversight and cost control on major highways and public realm projects Manage site measurements, valuations, compensation events and variations Handle monthly applications for payment, final accounts and marked-up drawings Lead procurement activity including material orders, call-offs, and work package agreements Support contract management, budget tracking, forecasting, and risk identification Work closely with operational teams to ensure all commercial impacts are captured and managed Promote excellent customer service across all areas of project delivery What we're looking for: A professionally qualified Quantity Surveyor (or working towards qualification) with experience in highways, civil engineering or public realm works Strong technical knowledge with the ability to interpret designs and specifications Proven skills in cost estimation, budget management, and commercial reporting Experience with compensation events, NEC contracts, and public sector procurement (desirable) A collaborative team player with confidence in managing relationships across stakeholders, suppliers and site teams Politically aware, commercially astute and committed to achieving best value for public services This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation on an initial 5 month contract