Quantity Surveyor

Harper Construction Recruitment

Quantity Surveyor – Solar Farm Project
Location: Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire
Contract: 18-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Sector: Renewable Energy / Solar

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major solar farm project in the Scunthorpe area on an 18-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in the successful delivery of a large-scale renewable energy project, working closely with the project and commercial teams throughout the construction lifecycle.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of the project, ensuring costs are effectively controlled and contractual obligations are met. You will work closely with project managers, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to support the successful delivery of the solar farm.
Key responsibilities will include:
  • Managing project costs and budgets from commencement through to completion.
  • Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
  • Managing variations, change control and commercial risk.
  • Supporting procurement and subcontract management.
  • Preparing cost reports and providing accurate commercial forecasts.
  • Reviewing and administering subcontractor and supplier contracts.
  • Identifying commercial opportunities and mitigating potential financial risks.
  • Working closely with the project team to monitor progress, costs and programme.
  • Supporting the resolution of commercial and contractual issues.
  • Maintaining accurate commercial records and ensuring contractual compliance.
About YouWe are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with strong commercial and contractual experience, ideally gained within construction, civil engineering, energy or infrastructure projects.
You will ideally have:
  • Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on construction or infrastructure projects.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial management, cost control and contract administration.
  • Experience managing subcontractors, variations and valuations.
  • Excellent numerical, analytical and communication skills.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with project teams and external stakeholders.
  • A proactive and commercially minded approach.
  • Experience within the renewable energy or solar sector would be advantageous, but is not essential.
What’s on Offer
  • 18-month fixed-term contract
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile solar farm / renewable energy project
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • The opportunity to gain valuable experience within the rapidly growing renewable energy sector
  • A role with genuine responsibility and influence across the project
If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity and would like to contribute to a major renewable energy project in the Scunthorpe area, we would be keen to hear from you.
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