Quantity Surveyor – Energy from Waste (Contract) Location: Cambridgeshire Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Day Rate: £450-£500 Sector: Energy from Waste Overview H9 Talent Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major Energy from Waste project based in Cambridgeshire. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project costs, contracts, and commercial risk, ensuring all financial and contractual obligations are met throughout the construction phase. Key Responsibilities Manage all commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account. Prepare, review, and negotiate valuations, variations, and change controls. Administer and manage NEC3/NEC4 contracts, ensuring compliance with all contractual procedures and timescales. Support subcontract procurement, including tender evaluation and recommendation. Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts, and financial updates for the project leadership team. Work closely with project managers, planners, and engineers to monitor progress and assess commercial impacts. Identify and mitigate commercial risks, providing sound advice on contract and cost matters. Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure transparency and efficient project delivery. Support the resolution of claims and disputes where required. Ensure all commercial documentation and records are maintained in line with company and client requirements. Experience & Skills Required Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the Energy from Waste, power generation, or large industrial construction sectors. Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (Options A, C, and E). Previous experience working on large, complex infrastructure or process plant projects. Excellent commercial, analytical, and reporting skills. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard cost management systems. Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.