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Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Civils Works (Major UK DNO Framework)

Location: Wakefield (Hybrid Working Available)

Engagement: Long-Term and Short-Term Contracts Available

Client: Major UK Distribution Network Operator (DNO)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of civils works for a major UK DNO, including foundations, access roads, drainage, and earthworks for substations and associated network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

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Manage assigned civils projects under NEC contracts, ensuring compliance and commercial governance.

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Administer compensation events, variations, and change control procedures.

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Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and final accounts.

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Provide commercial advice to project and operational teams.

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Maintain accurate and auditable commercial records.

Cost Control & Reporting

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Produce cost forecasts and cost-to-complete reports for civils works.

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Monitor budgets and track commercial performance.

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Identify and escalate commercial risks and opportunities.

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Prepare structured reports for senior stakeholders and client representatives.

Supply Chain & Stakeholder Engagement

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Assess and manage subcontractor applications and performance.

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Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and planners to align objectives.

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Interface with client representatives on civils commercial matters.

Candidate Profile

Essential: Quantity surveying experience in civils works (foundations, access roads, drainage, earthworks), NEC contract knowledge, cost management and valuation expertise.

Desirable: RICS/CIOB/ICES accreditation, DNO or utility civils experience, understanding of infrastructure civils cost structures.

Additional Information

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Long-Term and Short-Term Contracts Available

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Hybrid Working Available

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Based out of Wakefield

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