Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - HS2 Civils Project

Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire

Job Type: Freelance (Weekly Pay)

Duration: Long-Term with Permanent Opportunity Available

TradesTech Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a major package of works on the HS2 project in Banbury.

We are looking to speak with experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyors who are looking to develop their career on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established commercial team on a long-term freelance basis, with the opportunity to move into a permanent position should this suit both parties.

The Role

Working alongside the Senior Quantity Surveyor and wider commercial team, you'll play a key role in the commercial management of a major civils package, supporting the successful delivery of the project from both a contractual and financial perspective.

Responsibilities

Assisting with the commercial management of a major civils project.

Supporting the preparation and submission of applications for payment.

Assisting with subcontractor procurement and management.

Reviewing and processing subcontractor applications and valuations.

Supporting the management of variations, compensation events and change control.

Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting and financial reporting.

Working closely with site teams to ensure commercial and operational objectives are aligned.

Maintaining accurate project records and commercial documentation. Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience within a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role.

Previous experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

Experience administering or working under NEC contracts is highly desirable.

Exposure to CEMAR is advantageous.

Strong commercial awareness with excellent organisational skills.

Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across site and commercial teams.

Full UK driving licence. What's On Offer

Competitive freelance day rate.

Weekly payments.

Long-term work on a prestigious HS2 project.

Opportunity to join the business permanently following the freelance assignment, should this be your preference.

Excellent career progression within an established and growing civil engineering contractor.

Supportive commercial team working on one of the UK's flagship infrastructure projects. If you're an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking for your next long-term opportunity on HS2, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the TradesTech Recruitment team for a confidential discussion