In brief
This freelance Quantity Surveyor role manages the commercial aspects of a significant HVDC infrastructure project in the North East of Scotland. The work involves NEC Option A contract administration, subcontractor management, cost forecasting and project reporting to ensure robust financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
Best for
Experienced Quantity Surveyors with a background in major civil engineering or energy infrastructure projects.
Non-negotiable
Full UK driving licence required.
Worth knowing
The project is site-based near Peterhead with an initial requirement for five days per week on-site, and the contract is anticipated to run until October 2029.
What you need
Required
Quantity Surveying
Clearly required in the listing
NEC contract management
Clearly required in the listing
Subcontractor management
Clearly required in the listing
Cost management
Clearly required in the listing
Change control
Clearly required in the listing
Driving licence
Clearly required in the listing
Collaboration
Strongly implied by the listing
Preferred
Infrastructure experience
Clearly required in the listing
Energy project experience
Clearly required in the listing
Your day-to-day
Manage project costs
Clearly stated in the job description.
Administer NEC contracts
Clearly stated in the job description.
Assess compensation events
Clearly stated in the job description.
Manage subcontractors
Clearly stated in the job description.
Handle valuations and payments
Clearly stated in the job description.
Forecast and report costs
Clearly stated in the job description.
Provide commercial advice
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Mid-level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“Your new role As Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of a substantial section of the project, operating under an NEC Option A contract.”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Your new company A leading infrastructure contractor is delivering a major HVDC package of works in the North East of Scotland. The team is responsible for the full onshore scope, including a significant Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) package, alongside approximately 16km of ducting and cable installation works. Due to project requirements, they are now seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support commercial delivery on this long-term programme. Your new role As Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of a substantial section of the project, operating under an NEC Option A contract. Working closely with delivery and commercial teams, you will ensure robust cost control, subcontractor management, compensation event administration and accurate project reporting throughout the lifecycle of the works. The position is site-based near Peterhead, with an expectation of attending site five days per week initially, moving to a more flexible arrangement once established within the project team. Key responsibilities will include: Managing project costs and commercial performance Administering NEC Option A contracts Preparing and assessing compensation events Subcontractor procurement and management Valuations, applications and payment certification Change control and forecasting Cost reporting and cash flow management Supporting project teams with commercial advice and risk management Ensuring contractual compliance across onshore, ducting, cabling and HDD work packages What you'll need to succeed Demonstrable Quantity Surveying experience on major civil engineering, utilities, energy or infrastructure projects Strong understanding and practical experience of NEC contracts, particularly NEC Option A Experience managing subcontractors and complex work packages Proven background in cost management, forecasting and change control Ability to work collaboratively with operational delivery teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to be site-based near PeterheadPrevious experience on power transmission, HVDC, renewables, major utilities, cable installation or large-scale civil engineering projects would be highly advantageous. What you'll get in return Competitive Rate Outside IR35 Long-term contract opportunity Project duration anticipated through to October 2029 Opportunity to work on one of Scotland's significant energy infrastructure projects Stable workload with a well-established project team 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, or contact us directly for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't quite right for you but you're looking for a new position, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities within the civil engineering, energy and infrastructure sectors. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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