RTL Group are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor who are looking to bring in an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a multi-year tunnelling scheme. The role can be based from either their Kent or Essex office, with ongoing long-term workload and strong project visibility.
This Role caan be freelance, temp to permanent or straight permanent
The Role
You’ll be taking ownership of the commercial function on a major tunnelling project, working closely with the site and project management teams. The position will suit someone who is confident working under NEC contracts and comfortable handling the day-to-day commercial duties on complex civil engineering works.
Key Responsibilities
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Overseeing the commercial management of a multi-year tunnelling project
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Full NEC contract administration, including early warnings, compensation events and issuing notices
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Measuring and quantifying tunnelling works, shafts and associated civils packages
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Preparing take-offs, BoQs, cost plans and monthly cost/value reports
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Managing subcontract procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts
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Monitoring budgets, forecasts and cost control throughout the project lifecycle
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Supporting regular commercial reviews and reporting to senior management
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Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and delivery teams
About You
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Background in civil engineering with experience on tunnelling, underground or heavy civils projects
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Previous experience working for a contractor in a QS/Senior QS role
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Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
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Confident in measurement, quantification and general commercial controls
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Good communication skills and a practical, proactive approach
What’s on Offer
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Long-term role for a major tunnelling/ civil engineering contractor
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Choice of Kent or Essex office base and site visits
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Clear progression opportunities within a respected contractor
If this sounds of interest please apply and one of my team will be in touch