Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) - Energy / Overhead Lines (OHL)
Location: Waltham Cross (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home)
Rate: -450 per day
Duration: 6-month contract

TRIbuild Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a leading energy infrastructure client for an experienced freelance Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team supporting overhead line (OHL) energy projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for a QS with strong energy or utilities sector experience to take on a varied commercial role across a live project portfolio.

The Role

• Support the preparation of reports, claims, and commercial documentation within agreed timescales
• Maintain strong working relationships with Business Unit and Project Managers
• Monitor project risks, maintain risk registers, and manage subcontractor/supplier processes including quotations, valuations, variations, claims, and final accounts
• Assist in managing compensation events, contract costs, and project profitability
• Identify and manage variations, delays, and claims
• Contribute to financial reporting, forecasting, and continuous process improvement
• Attend project meetings and maintain commercial records and manuals
• Work closely with commercial and project teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies
• Undertake additional duties as required to support business and customer needs

What We''re Looking For

• Proven Quantity Surveying experience, ideally within the energy, utilities, or OHL sector
• Strong understanding of NEC or similar contract forms, including compensation events
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, and final accounts
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
• Comfortable working in a hybrid role with regular site presence at Waltham Cross

Contract Details

• Day rate: -450
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: Waltham Cross, hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days home)

Interested candidates should apply directly or get in touch with Leon at TRIbuild Solutions for more information.