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Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Location: Preston (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 WFH) Industry: Water / Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Employment Type: Permanent Salary Range: £50,000 – £65,000 (DOE) + Package About the Company Our client is a leading Tier 1 contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and water projects across the UK. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, they partner with major utilities and public sector bodies to deliver long-term framework and capital delivery programmes. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline in the North West, they are looking to expand their commercial team with the appointment of both a Senior Quantity Surveyor and a Quantity Surveyor, based in Preston on a hybrid working model. The Role As a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of water infrastructure projects — supporting successful project delivery through sound financial control, contract management, and stakeholder collaboration. You’ll be joining a well-established commercial team on long-term frameworks, offering stability, progression, and the opportunity to work on industry-leading sustainable infrastructure. Key Responsibilities • Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of projects from inception through to final account., • Administer NEC contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations., • Provide accurate cost forecasting, value management, and financial reporting., • Prepare and assess interim valuations, variations, and compensation events., • Support procurement activities including subcontractor selection and negotiation., • Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure cost efficiency and value optimisation., • Contribute to risk management and cost mitigation strategies., • Mentor and support junior commercial staff (for Senior QS role)., • Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships. Requirements • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline., • Proven experience as a QS or Senior QS within the civil engineering or water/utilities sector., • Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts., • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills., • Proficient in cost management systems and MS Office applications., • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site as required. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary of £50,000 – £65,000, depending on experience., • Hybrid working flexibility., • Clear progression opportunities within a market-leading contractor., • Opportunity to work on long-term, high-value water frameworks with major utilities.

This highly entrepreneurial group of companies is looking for an interim Financial Controller to cover two of their sites (Lancaster & Rossendale). Urgently collate and prepare information for financial year-end in order to provide a clean set of statutory accounts for their first audit.

A boutique employment law firm ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, is seeking an interim Employment Lawyer to support its growing caseload on an ad hoc hourly basis.

Work closely with procurement, commercial, and operational teams across the business. Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience in procurement and commercial contracts. We are working with a FTSE 100 company seeking a qualified solicitor to join the procurement legal team.

This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance. Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manch

We’re seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead to take ownership of High Performance Computer within BEV/PHEV electrical architectures.This is a pivotal role in our client's R&D function, supporting the delivery of its first luxury BEV vehicle.You’ll be the technical authority, guiding developmen

Interim Data Expert - Property System Migration. During the interim period, the team will operate using Excel, so accuracy and attention to detail are essential to avoid data loss or missed deadlines.

Contract Opportunity: Cyber Security Test Engineer - Automotive | Hybrid.Cyber Security Test Engineer on a contract basis to support the testing and validation of cybersecurity features in cutting-edge automotive products.This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with global regulations including

The post holder will be expected to manage, assess, and provide disposal and valuation expertise for all corporate assets owned or managed by the local authority.This includes ensuring assets are maintained, valued and (where suitable) disposed appropriately, or used effectively to benefit the commu

A boutique employment law firm ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, is seeking an interim Employment Lawyer to support its growing caseload on an ad hoc hourly basis.

Joining the Agile Talent Community as an Interim Transaction Reporting Specialist, you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time within FS BRS and support our clients and internal teams on short to medium-term assignments.

A boutique employment law firm ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, is seeking an interim Employment Lawyer to support its growing caseload on an ad hoc hourly basis.

Joining the Agile Talent Community as an Interim Transaction Reporting Specialist, you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time within FS BRS and support our clients and internal teams on short to medium-term assignments.

Joining the Agile Talent Community as an Interim Transaction Reporting Specialist, you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time within FS BRS and support our clients and internal teams on short to medium-term assignments.

Interim / Ongoing Assignment Location:. We are partnering with a leading London based housing association, to recruit an Interim Maintenance Surveyor to support their property services team.

This is an interim contract position (inside IR35).

Interim Senior Technical Surveyor. Interim / Ongoing Assignment Location:. Were working in partnership with a leading London Based housing association to recruit an experienced Interim Senior Technical Surveyor.

Well-established SME locally are looking for anInterim Accounts Assistantto provide essential support to the group during a busy period.

A high-growth private equity backed business is looking for an Interim Financial Controller.

Financial Planning and Analysis Manager - Interim.

Interim, FTC & Fractional Appointments | Associate Director | Providing #interimfinance talent to bridge gaps & drive results.

Interim Materials Management and Logistics Data Analyst. Interim Data Analyst - Materials Management & Logistics £375pd.

We are seeking an experienced Head of Operations to provide strategic leadership at a major recycling and reuse centre in West London.This senior role oversees around 40 staff, contractors, and managers, with responsibility for a £4 million budget and operational integration into a wider £52 milli

The Interim Financial Controller role will include overseeing all aspects of the financial operations, including AP/AR, financial reporting, and month-end close processes. Consultant - Interim Recruitment at Baker Charles. A high-growth FMCG business is looking to hire an Interim Financial Controlle

Head of Product (Digital Media & Platforms) | UK, Hybrid| £650 p/d | 5-month contract.On of our public sector clients is seeking an experienced and visionary.This is a rare opportunity to drive global product innovation in a fast-paced, editorially driven environment.You will define and deliver an

This interim position offers an exciting chance to join a high-growth tech business at a critical stage.

Interim HR Manager (3-6 months, with potential extension). We are seeking an experienced Interim HR Manager to provide hands-on support for a period of 3-6 months, with the potential for extension.

This interim position requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in strategic finance, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and business case development for large-scale public sector initiatives.

We are seeking an interim Director of Finance to cover a short period of sickness until the end of November, with the possibility of extension.

To complement internal expertise, they are seeking an interim Tax Consultant to advise on the implications of restructuring, sense checking validity of business plans, and provide hands-on support with tax compliance and optimisation during a challenge phase in its long history.

Interim Head of FP&A and Commercial Finance.

Interim Procurement Lead - Operations and Production. A number of exciting interim Procurement Lead opportunities for a world-leading Oil and Gas company, in support of major projects with spends in $10bns, for the rehabilitation and redevelopment of Oil and Gas production fields.

A global lifestyle brand is hiring a Data Scientist to help uncover insights from customer data and drive personalisation across the consumer journey.The role sits within the Consumer Intelligence and Experience (CIX) team, which leads market research, segmentation, and activation across all brands

Interim Director of Finance, DEDICATE RECRUITMENT LTD. We are seeking an interim Director of Finance to cover a short period of sickness until the end of November, with possible extension.

Head of Health, Safety & Risk (Multi-Site).Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Head of Risk & Facilities Management.Health & Safety, Risk and Estates compliance across.You will be responsible for building scalable risk frameworks, managing FM contracts, and driving a strong

Interim Finance Manager I Fractional - 3 days a week I SaaS I Outside IR35. Supporting high-growth Tech and Digital Start-ups / Scale-ups with Interim CFO and Senior Finance Contractors.

NHS Interim Senior Nurse – Infection Prevention & Control. We’ve been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004.

Robertson Bell are pleased to be partnering with a large and complex organisation based in Sheffield, as they recruit an Interim Finance Business Partner to join their team.

Establish a plan for the CCG around the Right Care programme.The Right Care programme is one of 12 work streams within the DoH’s QIPP programme.Working at a national, regional and local level to support clinical teams and NHS organisations to improve the quality of care they deliver while making e

A large retailer is now looking for a Transport Manager.Reporting to the Distribution Center Manager, you will be responsible for a fleet of 60 vehicles and 60 drivers.Organising staffing levels to meet business requirements.Organising agency support as necessary.Ensuring legal compliance with regar

UK SME Services business are looking to hire an Interim Finance Consultant for a circa.

A client of mine in the Midlands are looking for an Interim Systems Accountant to provide cover for a staff member on maternity leave. The role will also involve management of a small team and prior interim council experience will be necessary. Provide cover for a maternity leave as Interim Systems

Our client is a major UK energy business involved in large scale construction / infrastructure projects aimed at net zero.They are seeking to add a lawyer with construction / infrastructure projects experience to take on a 12 month contract.Report into leading senior lawyers in the organisation.Focu

Easily Commutable from London | Accommodation Support | Immediate Start Available | 6 month rolling contract.Leaders in Care are seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to lead the opening and management of a new Children’s Home.You will be responsible for driving the home’s vision and

A well-established organisation with a global footprint is seeking an interim Management Accountant to join its central finance function.

This role is ideal for an experienced professional seeking a flexible interim opportunity with a leading Retail brand. AG Integrate is excited to announce an opportunity for an Interim Banking Lawyer to join a prestigious Retail client.

Interim Management Accountant (PE-Backed Business Services). Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a key interim role responsible for delivering accurate management reporting and maintaining strong financial control across the group.

Hybrid working (3 days in the office).SF Recruitment are pleased to be working in exclusive partnership with a leading high growth organisation based in Derbyshire in their central finance team.My client are the dominant player within their industry and looking to recruit a qualified Management Acco