Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of rail infrastructure projects across a diverse portfolio of renewals, enhancements, and major programmes. This role will suit a commercially astute professional with strong rail sector experience and a solid understanding of NEC contracts, cost control, and stakeholder management within a regulated rail environment.

• Manage and administer NEC (primarily NEC3/NEC4) contracts across rail infrastructure schemes
• Provide accurate cost planning, forecasting, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare and assess compensation events, variations, and change control submissions
• Support procurement activities including tender documentation, bid evaluation, and subcontract management
• Monitor project budgets, identify commercial risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Produce cost reports, earned value analysis, and cash flow forecasts for client review
• Provide commercial advice to project managers and engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with contractual, governance, and rail industry standards
• Engage effectively with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships

• Demonstrable experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on UK rail projects
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
• Experience working on Network Rail frameworks, major rail enhancements, or renewals programmes
• Proven track record in cost management, change control, and financial reporting
• Understanding of rail assurance, governance, and project lifecycle processes
• Experience working in multidisciplinary project environments

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline
• Working towards or already achieved MRICS, MCICES or equivalent professional accreditation
• CSCS card (as required for site-based work)

• Strong analytical and numerical capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to challenge constructively
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused
• Ability to manage multiple work streams within a fast-paced rail environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.