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Job Description

We are currently supporting a leading civil engineering contractor on a large, long-term infrastructure project in Bridgwater. Due to project scale and commercial complexity, they require an experienced Freelance Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial function on site.

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This is a senior, hands-on role on a flagship scheme operating under NEC forms of contract , offering long-term contract security and strong day rates.

\nThe Role\n

As Freelance Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will take full responsibility for the commercial management of the project, providing leadership, governance, and strategic oversight. Responsibilities will include:

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\n \n Full commercial ownership of a major infrastructure project under NEC3/NEC4

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\n Management of project financial performance, cost reporting, and forecasting

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\n Strategic control of early warnings, compensation events, and change management

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\n Leadership and oversight of the site-based commercial team

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\n Subcontract procurement strategy and commercial compliance

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\n Senior-level reporting to commercial and project directors

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\n Supporting dispute avoidance and commercial risk mitigation

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\nAbout You\n

\n \n Demonstrable experience operating as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Lead on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects

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\n Strong NEC contract experience is essential

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\n Background in heavy civils, infrastructure, energy, highways, or similar large-scale schemes

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\n Comfortable taking full commercial accountability in a fast-paced site environment

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\n Proven ability to lead teams and interface at senior stakeholder level

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\nWhat's on Offer\n

\n \n Long-term freelance opportunity on a high-profile infrastructure project

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\n Competitive inside IR35 day rate

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\n Immediate or short-notice start available

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\n Stable workload with strong programme visibility

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If you're a freelance MQS with solid NEC experience and are looking for your next long-term contract on a major infrastructure scheme, this is a strong opportunity.

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Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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