Job Description
Quantity Surveyor - Rail
Location: Kent
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading contractor delivering major rail infrastructure projects across the UK.
Working as part of a high-performing commercial team, you will play a key role in the commercial management of rail projects from contract award through to final account. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a growing and well-established organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the commercial aspects of multiple rail projects
- Maximising project profitability and maintaining strong commercial controls
- Preparing applications for payment and managing change control
- Producing cost reports, CVRs and financial forecasts
- Managing subcontract procurement, administration and payments
- Reviewing and administering NEC and other construction contracts
- Monitoring project risks and identifying commercial opportunities
- Producing weekly cost-to-complete and budget reviews
- Supporting operational teams with commercial advice
- Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project stakeholders
- Attending project progress meetings and contributing to successful project delivery
About You
We're looking for candidates with:
- Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a contracting environment
- Previous rail sector experience (preferred) or Civil Engineering experience
- Good knowledge of construction contracts (NEC experience advantageous)
- Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills
- Experience producing CVRs, forecasts and cost reporting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
- Working towards or holding a professional qualification (RICS/CICES or similar) is desirable
- Full UK driving licence preferred
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on high-profile rail infrastructure projects
- Long-term career development within a growing business
- Support towards professional development and chartership
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to join a business delivering critical infrastructure projects across the UK's rail network, we'd love to hear from you.
