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Quantity Surveyor

Our client, an established leader in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Highway Quantity Surveyor (QS) on a contract basis to join their team. This office-based role requires a dedicated professional to manage…

Pay rate £350 – £400/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 29 July 2026

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About this contract

Our client, an established leader in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Highway Quantity Surveyor (QS) on a contract basis to join their team. This office-based role requires a dedicated professional to manage the commercial aspects of highways projects from inception through to final account.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing project costs and budgets throughout the project lifecycle
Administering and managing NEC contracts
Preparing, reviewing and negotiating subcontractor packages
Producing valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
Identifying, pricing, and managing compensation events and variations
Monitoring project performance and reporting on commercial progress
Working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure successful project delivery
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams

Job Requirements:

To be considered for this Highways Quantity Surveyor position, you will have:

Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the highways sector
Strong working knowledge and practical experience of NEC contracts (essential)
Experience managing the commercial aspects of civil engineering or highways projects
Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
A full UK driving licence
If you possess the necessary skills and experience for this role and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in the highways sector

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