Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Quantity Surveyor (Utilities)
Quantity Surveyor (Utilities) at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, based in Cardiff, Wales, paying £350 - £450 per day. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £350 - £450 per day
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Cardiff, Wales
- Closing date
- Sector
- Construction & Trades
11% below the typical rate for construction & trades
Reference 57430624
About the role
Your new company
A leading infrastructure and utilities contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join an established commercial team supporting a portfolio of long-term framework projects. Operating across essential infrastructure sectors, the business offers a stable pipeline of work, strong career development opportunities and the chance to work on projects that deliver critical services across the UK.
Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of multiple projects from inception through to final account. You will be responsible for preparing client applications, managing subcontractor accounts, administering variations and compensation events, monitoring project costs and producing accurate forecasts.
Working closely with operational and finance teams, you will play a key role in maintaining contractual compliance, identifying commercial risks and opportunities, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with commercial objectives.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities, civil engineering or construction environments.
- Strong understanding of contract administration and commercial management principles.
- Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
- Good financial and commercial awareness with the ability to produce accurate forecasts and cost reports.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a construction-related discipline.
- Utility sector experience, including water, wastewater, gas, power or telecoms projects, would be advantageous.
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to join a leading infrastructure contractor with a secure pipeline of work.
- Exposure to major framework programmes and long-term project delivery.
- Career development and progression opportunities within an established commercial team.
- Competitive Day Rate.
- Flexible working arrangements and the option to be based from either Cardiff or the North West.
- The chance to work on projects that have a direct impact on communities and critical infrastructure networks.
What you need to do now
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Reference: 57430624 · Posted 2 hours ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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