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Location: South Yorkshire Sector: Civil Engineering (Rail, Highways, and General Civil Engineering) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Career Path: Progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor
Overview
We are seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team delivering a variety of civil engineering projects across South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a key role in commercial management, cost control, and contractual matters across schemes in rail, highways, and general civil engineering. This role offers a structured career pathway with the opportunity for promotion to Senior Quantity Surveyor.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of allocated projects.
Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
Prepare and negotiate subcontractor packages, contracts, and variations.
Conduct valuations, applications for payment, and final account settlements.
Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
Provide accurate monthly reporting, cash flow forecasts, and financial analysis to the Commercial Manager.
Support project teams in delivering projects on time and within budget.
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.
Assist in developing junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing within the commercial team.
Requirements
Essential:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering (rail, highways, or general civils).
Strong knowledge of NEC and other relevant forms of contract.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
Proficiency with relevant software (e.g., MS Excel, cost management tools).

Anderselite

Quantity Surveyor

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Senior Pre-Contracts Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join a major highways and public realm scheme focused on regeneration and improving walking and cycling infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-profile project delivering long-term community benefits.We are ideally looking for someone with solid experience in highways, public realm, and active travel schemes (cycle paths, street works, etc.), though we may consider a more senior individual if they demonstrate strong experience and capability. Project Overview The scheme is centred around regeneration works to enhance walking and cycling routes, including the construction of new cycle paths and associated public realm improvements. Key Works Include: <ul><li>Temporary traffic management</li><li>Coordination and assistance with statutory undertaker utility works</li><li>Carriageway resurfacing and surface treatments</li><li>Kerbing, footways, and cycleways</li><li>Signal junction improvements and controlled crossings</li><li>Signing and road markings</li><li>Relocation of bus shelters</li><li>Road lighting</li><li>Landscaping and tree works</li><li>Minor structures</li><li>Arts and Culture package as part of social value delivery</li></ul> Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Day-to-day site supervision and coordination of works</li><li>Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification</li><li>Managing subcontractors and liaising with stakeholders</li><li>Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality</li><li>Supporting delivery of social value elements within the scheme</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Proven experience as a Site Supervisor within highways and/or public realm works</li><li>Strong understanding of traffic management and live environment projects</li><li>Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and stakeholders</li><li>SMSTS (or equivalent) preferred</li><li>Good communication and organisational skills</li></ul>We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Advance TRS Ltd

Highways Site Supervisor

Are you a Site Agent with proven experience working in highways or rail on drainage or earthworks packages? Location: Oxfordshire Duration: 12 months (1-2 years worth of work) Rate: £500 - £600/day (depending on experience) IR35: Inside via umbrella Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on HS2, and they are currently seeking a Site Agent with strong earthworks, drainage or structures experience to join their team. This would suit a Site Agent with proven above experience on the UK transport infrastructure. Requirements:<ul>
<li>HNC or degree in Civil Engineering.</li><li>Proven Site Engineering experience on earthworks, drainage or structure packages.</li><li>Must hold a CSCS - White, White-Yellow, Red - Experienced, Black - Manager or Gold - Supervisor</li><li>Strong setting out experience on ideally a major project.</li></ul>
 To avoid missing out this long-term contract on a major civil engineering project, please submit your CV and then contact Amy at Carrington West

Earthworks Site Agent

Are you a Site Engineer with proven experience working in highways or rail on drainage or earthworks packages? Location: Oxfordshire Duration: 6 months (1-2 years worth of work) Rate: £400 - £450/day (depending on experience) IR35: Inside via umbrella Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on HS2, and they are currently seeking a Site Engineer with strong earthworks, drainage or structures experience to join their team. This would suit a Site Engineer with proven above experience on the UK transport infrastructure. As a Site Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting construction operations on site, managing junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification. Key responsibilities include:<ul>
<li>Setting out and overseeing works to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications</li><li>Managing and coordinating subcontractors</li><li>Resolving technical issues in liaison with the senior engineering team</li><li>Assisting with short-term planning, progress reporting, resource planning, and cost control</li><li>Ensuring site teams have the correct and up-to-date information to carry out their duties</li></ul>
 Requirements:<ul>
<li>HNC or degree in Civil Engineering.</li><li>Proven Site Engineering experience on earthworks, drainage or structure packages.</li><li>Strong setting out experience on ideally a major project.</li></ul>
 To avoid missing out this long-term contract on a major civil engineering project, please submit your CV and then contact Amy at Carrington West

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