Quantity Surveyor (Utilities - Energy)


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£400 - £500
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Waltham Abbey, EN9 1NX
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	28 Jul 2026
Closing date:	27 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your new company

A leading infrastructure contractor delivering major utility and energy projects across the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join an established commercial team. Working on long-term framework agreements and complex engineering projects, you'll play a key role in supporting the successful commercial delivery of nationally significant infrastructure works.

Your new role

As Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the commercial management of projects from inception through to final account.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparation of valuations, applications, variations, claims and final accounts

Management of subcontractor procurement, payments and account settlements

Supporting the administration of NEC contracts, including compensation events

Monitoring project risks and maintaining commercial risk registers

Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting and project profitability reviews

Identifying and managing commercial opportunities and risks throughout the project lifecycle

Producing commercial reports and supporting project reviews

Working closely with operational teams, project managers and key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery

What you'll need to succeed

Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities, energy, power, rail, water or major civil engineering projects

Good understanding of NEC contracts and compensation events

Experience managing subcontractors, variations, claims and final accounts

Strong commercial reporting and forecasting skills

Ability to build effective relationships with project teams and stakeholders

Relevant degree, HNC/HND or equivalent commercial qualification

Full UK driving licence

Experience within regulated infrastructure environments such as utilities, power transmission, substations, water, rail or major civils would be highly advantageous.

What you'll get in return

Competitive day rate

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to work on long-term secured utilities project

The chance to contribute to some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and utility projects

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV

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