Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor in Wildmoor Estate, Abingdon (OX14), OX14 | First Technical Recruitment My career My jobs MA My account Search Quantity Surveyor First Technical Recruitment Wildmoor Estate, Abingdon (OX14), OX14 Contract Published: 3 weeks ago Market related Apply Save Quantity Surveyor First Technical Recruitment Apply Looking for your next NEC4 contract? We're hiring a Quantity Surveyor to help shape and deliver critical infrastructure projects. Quantity Surveyor (Contract) Location: Culham, Oxfordshire (3 days per week onsite) Contract Length: 12 Months The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a major programme of construction and decommissioning projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects, providing commercial and quantity surveying expertise to ensure effective cost control, risk management, and value for money throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery teams, overseeing commercial activities, administering contracts, and driving continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of works. Key Responsibilities Conduct benchmarking exercises to compare project costs against industry and sector standards. Support the development of client requirements and undertake feasibility studies. Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials, labour, quantities, and programme durations. Assist with the preparation and review of tender documentation. Provide quantity surveying leadership on large-scale and complex procurement activities. Manage cost analysis for construction and decommissioning projects. Support risk identification, assessment, and valuation activities. Deliver strategic commercial advice to maximise value and minimise programme risks. Develop and maintain project baseline budgets. Advise stakeholders on procurement strategies and commercial approaches. Manage contract variations, compensation events, and contractual change processes. Administer NEC contracts, including management of Early Warning Notices and commercial reporting. Review and validate contractor payment applications and valuation submissions. Challenge compensation event submissions where appropriate and support final account agreements. Produce detailed financial and progress reports for project stakeholders. Maintain awareness of current contract forms and best practice commercial management. Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure awareness and consideration of health and safety legislation and CDM requirements. Provide commercial and quantity surveying support to wider project teams as required. Essential Requirements Qualifications Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline accredited by RICS. Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS). Knowledge & Technical Skills Strong understanding of construction and engineering principles. Knowledge of construction and decommissioning methodologies. Working knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety requirements. Excellent financial and commercial acumen. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Proficiency with relevant surveying and commercial management software. Experience required Significant experience operating in a senior Quantity Surveying capacity. Proven delivery experience on major projects valued at £20m+. Strong NEC4 contract management experience. Experience managing compensation events, variations, and final accounts. Demonstrable involvement in dispute resolution processes. Experience working within regulated, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or decommissioning environments. Company Information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. 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