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Quantity Surveyor

Kingston upon Hull
3 weeks ago
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Currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical Focussed) to join our client on a Pharmaceutical Build Project in Kingston-Upon-Hull. Job specification below -

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Hull
Project Type: Pharmaceutical Build Project
Contract Type: Freelance - Outside IR35
Rate: Up to £400 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: Initial 8 months (with strong potential for extension)

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a mechanical bias to support a high-profile pharmaceutical construction project in Hull. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing costs, contracts, and commercial performance, ensuring value for money while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage all commercial aspects of mechanical packages on the project.
Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim and final accounts.
Administer and manage contracts under JCT and NEC3/4 forms.
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting.
Liaise with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure commercial alignment.
Identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements:

Minimum 10 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a strong mechanical background.
Proven experience working on complex construction or pharmaceutical projects.
Proficient in JCT and NEC3/4 contract administration.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Ideally based in or near Hull - no expenses will be covered for travel or accommodation.If your skills are applicable and this is a position of interest, please apply with a copy of your CV.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Progressive please visit

Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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