33 quantity surveyor jobs found in Abingdon

An enduring opportunity exists for a Senior Quantity Surveyor on an iconic major infrastructure water project in Oxfordshire. Previous experience cultivating client relationships on water frameworks or long term water infrastructure projects, for a tier one contractor, would be advantageous. Your duties will include – Manage all commercial aspects of the project, including cost control, forecasting, budgeting and monthly CVR reporting. Administer contracts, managing Early Warning Notices, Compensation Events and contractual compliance. Procure and commercially manage subcontractors from tender stage through to payment, variations and final accounts. Prepare and submit client applications for payment while negotiating variations, compensation events and commercial settlements. Monitor and recover project change, maintaining change registers and ensuring all additional costs are captured and agreed. Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring...

Quantity Surveyor - Decommissioning Projects Abingdon / Culham Site (Hybrid - 3 Days On Site) £55-65/hour Inside IR35 12-Month Contract We're supporting a major UK nuclear and fusion programme and are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile decommissioning portfolio delivering technically complex construction and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's clean energy and scientific innovation sector, supporting large-scale decommissioning and construction activities within a highly regulated environment. You'll play a key role in commercial delivery, cost control, procurement strategy, NEC4 contract administration, and risk management across projects valued in excess of £20m. What You'll Be Doing: * Leading QS activities across complex construction and decommissioning projects * Preparing cost estimates, benchmarking exercises, and feasibility studies * Supporting procurement strategy, tender...

Quantity Surveyor - Decommissioning Projects Abingdon / Culham Site (Hybrid - 3 Days On Site) £50-56/hour Inside IR35 12-Month Contract We're supporting a major UK nuclear and fusion programme and are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile decommissioning portfolio delivering technically complex construction and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's clean energy and scientific innovation sector, supporting large-scale decommissioning and construction activities within a highly regulated environment. You'll play a key role in commercial delivery, cost control, procurement strategy, NEC4 contract administration, and risk management across projects valued in excess of £20m. What You'll Be Doing: * Leading QS activities across complex construction and decommissioning projects * Preparing cost estimates, benchmarking exercises, and feasibility studies * Supporting procurement strategy, tender...

Quantity Surveyor - Decommissioning Projects Abingdon / Culham Site (Hybrid - 3 Days On Site) £55-65/hour Inside IR35 12-Month Contract We're supporting a major UK nuclear and fusion programme and are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile decommissioning portfolio delivering technically complex construction and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's clean energy and scientific innovation sector, supporting large-scale decommissioning and construction activities within a highly regulated environment. You'll play a key role in commercial delivery, cost control, procurement strategy, NEC4 contract administration, and risk management across projects valued in excess of £20m. What You'll Be Doing: * Leading QS activities across complex construction and decommissioning projects * Preparing cost estimates, benchmarking exercises, and feasibility studies * Supporting procurement strategy, tender...

Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience working on civils packages on major infrastructure?   Do you have experience working on NEC option B contracts?   This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major contractor delivering critical works on HS2. We're looking for a proven SQS who can hit the ground running, taking responsibility for key assets from day one on a long-term project.   Joining an established commercial team, you'll become one of two Senior Quantity Surveyors, supporting two Quantity Surveyors while taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of civils works.   Location: Chipping Warden - up to 2x days remote Duration: 6 month rolling contract - up to 2.5 years of work   Requirements:   ·Previous experience working as a Senior QS on major projects ·Previous experience working to NEC contracts, ideally option B ·Experience working for a tier 1 contractor ·Experience using CEMAR or Causeway - preferred ·Previous HS2...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Northampton The Senior Quantity Surveyor will support the Project Director in delivering a new build student accommodation (£20m mainly Pre-Fabrication project with some traditional on site works already underway), ensuring effective cost control, procurement strategy, and commercial management across all stages of the project lifecycle. Senior Quantity Surveyors key responsibilities Commercial & Cost Management • Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts • Undertake cost reporting with clear variance analysis • Manage cash flow forecasting and cost value reconciliation (CVR) as required • Track and control project expenditure against approved budgets Procurement • Lead the procurement of subcontract packages from pre-tender to award • Prepare tender documentation, pricing schedules, and scopes of work • Analyse tenders and make commercial recommendations • Negotiate terms with subcontractors and...

Position: Senior QS Location: Beckton with hybrid working available Salary: £(Apply online only) per day (Neg DOE) inside IR35 £65k - 75k (Neg DOE), car allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting six long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: You will report directly to the Managing QS and you will be expected to take responsibility for the Commercial Management of projects. Responsibilities: Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages. Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost. Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are...

Project Quantity Surveyor – General Main Contractor (Mainly Residential and Education) – Syon Lane Salary/Package: £60,000 – £75,000 + Package or £275 – £325 per day (Outside IR35) but flexible for the right person O'Neill & Brennan are currently working with a well-established, privately owned main contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Syon Lane. The business delivers a varied portfolio of education and residential refurbishment, extension and new build projects, typically ranging up to £5m in value, across West London and the surrounding areas. With multiple live projects running concurrently, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor who enjoys managing several schemes at once and taking full ownership of the commercial process from procurement through to final account. You'll be joining a close-knit and supportive team where you'll have genuine autonomy,...

Position: Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Energy Location: Home-based (with weekly travel to Marston Green + occasional site visits - Travel expenses provided) Contract: 6 months (likely extension) Day Rate: Circa* £525/day (via Umbrella) The Opportunity: We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme at the heart of the energy transition, delivering large-scale electricity transmission upgrades across England and Wales. This is a key Quantity Surveyor position within a strategic infrastructure team, where you will take ownership of significant work packages across complex, high-value construction projects. You will act as the commercial lead for your package, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Owning the commercial and contractual management of major construction packages Managing costs, forecasts, and spend against budget Leading on NEC4 contract administration (Options A, C, and E)...

Talented freelance Quantity Surveyor required on a permanent basis We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the project team and oversee the financial management of a new build apartment development. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of the project within budgetary constraints while maintaining the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: * Manage all aspects of cost management, including budget preparation, cost forecasting, and monitoring expenditure throughout the project lifecycle. * Conduct detailed cost analysis and risk assessments to identify potential areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements. * Manage subcontractor agreements to ensure favourable terms and conditions. * Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to provide accurate cost advice and support decision-making processes. *...

Cost Clerk / Project Administrator – A46 Infrastructure Project Location: Stoneleigh, Warwickshire Contract: Temporary – up to six months Hours: 40 hours per week PAYE rate: £12.71–£15.38 per hour, dependent on experience Umbrella rate: Approximately £17.50–£21.00 per hour assignment rate The Opportunity We’re recruiting a Cost Clerk / Project Administrator to join the site-based delivery team working on a major A46 highways infrastructure project near Stoneleigh, Warwickshire. This is a full-time temporary position for up to six months, supporting the project through to its scheduled completion towards the end of 2026. The scheme involves major improvements to the A46 junction, including the construction of a new bridge and redesigned slip roads. The completed project will help reduce congestion, improve road safety and provide additional capacity to support future growth across the area. You’ll work closely with the Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyor and operational...

Cost Clerk / Project Administrator – A46 Infrastructure Project Location: Stoneleigh, Warwickshire Salary: £24,800–£32,000 dependent on experience Contract: Six-month fixed-term contract Hours: Full-time Benefits: Pension contributions of up to 10%, life assurance, 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and additional employee benefits The Opportunity We’re recruiting a Cost Clerk / Project Administrator to join the site-based delivery team working on a major A46 highways infrastructure project near Stoneleigh, Warwickshire. This is a six-month fixed-term contract offering the opportunity to support the commercial and operational delivery of a significant civil engineering scheme scheduled for completion towards the end of 2026. The project involves major improvements to the A46 junction, including a new bridge and redesigned slip roads intended to reduce congestion, improve safety and provide additional capacity for future growth. You’ll work closely with the Commercial...

The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Site Manager to join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering specialist infrastructure projects across the water, utilities, environmental and civil engineering sectors. The company has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure schemes, working in partnership with major utility providers and public sector clients. Their portfolio includes rising mains, clean and wastewater infrastructure, pipelines, pumping stations, drainage, reinforced concrete structures, highways, and associated civil engineering works. With a strong order book and a collaborative approach to project delivery, they continue to secure major projects throughout the South West. The Role Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Civil Site Manager to take responsibility for the delivery of a rising mains and water infrastructure project. This is a hands-on role requiring an...

Required: Electricians Start date: ASAP Location: Swindon (SN2) Duration:  18 Months Electricians Pay Rate: £27.00 per hour CIS Site Hours: Monday - Friday (45hrs p/wk) Duties: 1st & 2nd fix etc on new housing project Qualifications: a valid JIB/ECS card Parking: Parking is limited on site, but there is parking near site (off street parking) 👉 Apply Now via this advert or call our Bristol team Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd? Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment - from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers. Whether you're looking for your next role or seeking skilled labour & staff to support your project, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to meet your...

Required: Electricians + Electrical Installers Start date: Monday 27/07 Location: Wiltshire Duration:  18 Months (PC December 2027) Duties: Commercial install, containment, conduits, lighting with some twin & earth Qualifications: a valid JIB/ECS/CSCS card Hours/Rates: Electricians Pay Rate: Upto £27.00 per hour CIS Electrical Installer Pay Rate: Upto £22.00 per hour CIS (Depending on Experience/Qualifications) Site Hours: Monday - Friday (0730am-4pm) 40hrs p/wk Parking: Parking is limited on site, but there is parking near site (off street parking) How do I apply If interested & available, please contact the Bristol team on (phone number removed) (8am-5pm) or email (url removed) Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd? Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all...

Site Engineer - Major Civil Infrastructure Project Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire (OX13 6AP) Position Type: Temporary / Contract Project Duration: Ongoing through April 2027 (with potential extension) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Site Engineer to join our team on the enabling works for a major strategic reservoir infrastructure project in Oxfordshire. As the Principal Contractor, we are delivering a critical package of works that includes comprehensive ecological and environmental surveys, trial holes, trial trenching, and extensive archaeological exploration. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in the early-stage delivery of a high-profile, long-term civil engineering scheme. Key Deliverable & Responsibilities Engineering Standards: Accurate setting out and surveying across various site locations. Permit Management: Raise, manage, and verify all "Permits to Dig" ensuring full approval before any ground or excavation works...

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a infrastructure package in Oxford. Site Engineer Responsibilities: * Setting out & surveying . * Quality assurance. * As Built surveys. Site Engineer Requirements: * Previous experience working as a stand alone Site Engineer * Must have strong groundworks expierence and knowledge. * Valid CSCS card. Application: To apply for this Site Engineer role, please submit your up-to-date CV and a member of the team will be in touch

Role: Survey Engineer Contract Length: 12 months Location: Swindon Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, York are the Main hubs (Hybrid / Site visits) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: £320 - £420 pd umbrella Minimum Requirement: PTS AC/DCCR We are seeking an experienced Survey Engineer to provide specialist railway surveying expertise across a diverse portfolio of rail infrastructure projects. Operating as an independent consultant, you will be responsible for the planning, delivery, assurance and technical oversight of survey activities that support the design, maintenance and enhancement of the railway network. This engagement offers the opportunity to work on complex survey projects, delivering professional expertise and high-quality survey outputs while exercising autonomy in the approach and execution of services. Contract Details Working Arrangement: Hybrid, with a combination of site-based, office-based and remote working Expenses and hire car provided for business travel...

We are seeking experienced Freelance Land Surveyors to join our team on a major long-term infrastructure scheme in the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the region's most significant engineering projects, delivering high-quality survey data to support the planning, design and construction phases. The Role Successful candidates will undertake a variety of surveying activities, including: - Land surveys - Topographic surveys - Hydrographic surveys - Measured building surveys - Engineering and construction support surveys - Control establishment using GNSS and total stations - Data capture and quality assurance to client specifications Requirements We're looking for surveyors who have: - Proven experience delivering land, topographic, hydrographic and measured building surveys - Proficiency with modern survey equipment including Leica, Trimble or similar GNSS and total station systems - Experience using survey processing software such as N4CE, LSS,...

Setting Out Engineer - Milton Keynes We are currently looking for an experienced Setting Out Engineer for an ongoing project in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate must have previous experience working on groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) frame projects. Job details: Location: Milton Keynes Ongoing work Day rate negotiable depending on experience Setting out for groundworks and RC frame works Completing accurate site surveys and measurements Checking plans, drawings and quantities Liaising with site management and subcontractors Maintaining accurate site records and quality documentationRequirements: Groundworks and RC frame experience is essential Previous experience working as a Setting Out Engineer Confident using relevant setting-out equipment Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Relevant cards, tickets and qualificationsIf you are interested and available, please apply with an up-to-date CV or contact Ryan on (phone number removed)