Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

  • Contract
  • Leeds
    Location: Leeds
    Sector: Water & Utilities
    Job type: Contract
    Salary: £440 - £450 per day
    Contact: Owen Dawson
    Contact email: owen.dawson@highfieldps.co.uk
    Contact phone: 07478215952
    Job ref: BBBH26741_1786959555
    Published:
    Duration:
    Expiry Date: 2026-Sep-14
    Startdate: 07/09/2026

    Quantity Surveyor

    Location: Leeds
    Contract: 12 months
    Rate: £450 per day, Outside IR35
    Working Pattern: 3 days office / 2 days home

    We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major water infrastructure project working with Yorkshire Water.

    This is an excellent opportunity to join an established commercial team and contribute to the successful delivery of a significant long-term water project.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Manage commercial aspects of the project from inception through to completion.
    • Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts.
    • Prepare and manage valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
    • Manage variations, change control and commercial risk.
    • Support contract administration and ensure contractual obligations are met.
    • Work closely with project managers, contractors and other key stakeholders.
    • Provide accurate commercial reporting and financial information.

    Requirements

    • Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor.
    • Strong commercial and contract management experience.
    • Previous experience within the water, utilities, infrastructure or construction sectors is highly desirable.
    • Strong understanding of project cost control, forecasting and change management.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
    • Ability to work effectively within a project-based environment.

    Contract Details

    • 12-month contract
    • £450 per day
    • Outside IR35
    • Leeds-based
    • 3 days in the office / 2 days working from home

    If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next contract opportunity within the water sector, please submit your CV for consideration or contact us for further information.

    Your Consultant

    Owen Dawson

    Associate Consultant

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