Quantity Surveyor - Highways Project (Earthworks & Drainage)
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Contract Length: 2 Years
Rate: £450 per day (CIS or Ltd Company)
Working Pattern: Full-time, site-based
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major highways infrastructure project based in Aylesbury. The role will focus heavily on earthworks and drainage packages, so demonstrable experience in these areas on highways schemes is essential.
This is a long-term contract opportunity offering stability on a high-profile project, working as part of a commercial team to ensure cost control, value management, and contractual compliance throughout delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Managing all commercial aspects of earthworks and drainage packages
Preparing, submitting, and negotiating interim valuations and final accounts
Administering contracts (NEC experience preferred)
Identifying, valuing, and managing variations and change control
Cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to senior management
Managing subcontractor procurement, payments, and accounts
Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures
Supporting risk and opportunity management processes
Liaising closely with site teams, engineers, and project managers
Assisting with commercial strategy and value engineering initiatives
Key Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major highways projects
Strong background in earthworks and drainage packages (essential)
Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred)
Experience managing subcontractors and commercial reporting
Strong understanding of cost management and forecasting
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting tools
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (or equivalent experience)
Desirable Experience
Experience on large-scale UK infrastructure schemes (e.g. National Highways projects)
Previous experience working for a Tier 1 or major civil engineering contractor
Familiarity with CEMAR or similar contract management systems
Membership or working towards RICS
What's on Offer
Long-term 2-year contract on a major infrastructure scheme
Competitive rate of £450 per day (CIS or Ltd)
Opportunity to work on a high-profile highways project
Strong pipeline of future work for high-performing candidates