MQS

Description

One of our clients are looking for multiple Senior QS' to assist them across various National Grid substation projects around the South West – Exeter/Weymouth/Pembroke/Bristol

Set–up:

ASAP start

6–month initial contract

Working on National Grid substation project

Cornwall based

Hybrid role – 3 days on site

Inside IR35

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management:

Administer NEC4 contracts including early warnings, compensation events, and programme assessments.

Ensure compliance with National Grid's commercial governance and reporting standards.

Cost Control & Forecasting:

Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.

Monitor actual costs against budgets and provide variance analysis.

Procurement & Subcontract Management:

Lead procurement of subcontract packages and manage subcontractor performance.

Negotiate terms and ensure alignment with NEC4 contract principles.

Change Management:

Identify, value, and manage change events and compensation event submissions.

Liaise with project teams to ensure timely resolution of commercial issues.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with project managers, planners, and engineers to ensure commercial alignment.

Interface with National Grid commercial teams and external stakeholders.

Reporting & Documentation:

Produce monthly commercial reports, CVRs, and final accounts.

Maintain accurate records of all commercial activities and decisions.

Client requirements:

Proven experience as Senior QS

Strong NEC knowledge

Previously worked for Tier 1 contractor

Previously worked on relevant project – OHL/substations/utilities/nuclear/water etc

Experience working in live site environment

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