Quantity Surveyor

Posted 11 September 2025
Salary £45 - £50 per hour
LocationBury
Job type Contract
Discipline Nuclear Manufacturing
ReferenceBBBH22578_1757604164

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the successful delivery of major Defence and Nuclear contracts, working across NEC3 and NEC4 frameworks.

This role would suit a degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in construction or steelworks, ideally within nuclear, defence, or similarly regulated sectors. You'll need solid NEC3/NEC4 experience, strong commercial acumen, and confidence in supplier management and client-facing responsibilities. Suitable for professionals comfortable with regular travel and working autonomously within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of monthly applications and valuation submissions.
  • Management and control of variations, including pricing and administration under NEC contracts.
  • Represent the business at commercial and client meetings, both onsite and offsite.
  • Produce internal commercial reports and forecasts in line with project and business requirements.
  • Handle commercial aspects of supply chain management and subcontractor enquiries.

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent discipline.
  • Proven experience in construction or steel-based projects; defence/nuclear experience preferred.
  • Demonstrable working knowledge of NEC3 or NEC4 contracts (essential).
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with strong commercial awareness.
  • Willingness to travel to customer or supplier sites (approx. once per week)


Location: Bury + with travel to Reading once a week.
Contract Length: 8-12 months initially, with potential for extension based on workload
Rate: £45-£50 per hour (dependent on experience)
IR35: Outside IR35 - Limited, Umbrella or PAYE available.
Hours: Monday - Friday, Full time, typically 0830-1730.

Contact Details To apply or find out more, please contact Jacob on 0161 416 6249 or email jacob@emp-sol.com