Quantity Surveyor

Astute's Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a specialist lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the principal contractor on Hinkley Point C. We are currently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of on-site activities.

This role offers a competitive salary depending on experience, up to 70,000, and provides the opportunity to work on one of the UK's most prestigious nuclear infrastructure projects.

We are looking for candidates with more than 5 years' relevant experience and a degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying.

• Producing and maintaining cost reports, budgets, and forecasts to support commercial decision-making.

• Preparing and assessing variations, claims, and change orders, ensuring contractual compliance.

• Conducting monthly valuations, interim payments, and financial reconciliations.

• Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and project managers to monitor progress, labour, and resource allocation.

• Supporting risk analysis, forecasting, and project cost reviews.

• Compiling and analysing commercial data using Excel and internal reporting systems.

• Mentoring or guiding junior commercial staff where required.

• Supporting the wider commercial team with ad hoc duties as needed.

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying (e.g., HNC/HND, BSc, or equivalent).

• More than 5 years' experience in quantity surveying, cost control, or commercial management within construction, heavy engineering, or nuclear projects.

• Strong numerical and analytical ability.

• Understanding of cost reporting, budgeting, and commercial compliance.

• Experience in preparing/assessing variations, claims, or post-contract duties.

The Quantity Surveyor role would suit someone who is:

• Excellent communicator, confident in speaking with site teams, subcontractors, and senior stakeholders.

• Highly organised, proactive, and reliable in meeting deadlines.

• Keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Collaborative, positive, and willing to relocate for a major UK project.

• Experienced in mentoring or supporting junior commercial staff.

• Competitive salary up to 70,000, depending on experience.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

• Opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects with a leading contractor.

• Supportive, collaborative working environment with career development opportunities.

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