Senior Quantity Surveyor

The Company

Our client is one of the UK’s fastest-growing Civil Engineering Consultancies, delivering projects across the Rail sector, including track, stations, depots, signalling, and major rail infrastructure schemes. Known for their dynamic culture and long-term client partnerships, they are a trusted delivery partner on major national rail frameworks — offering strong job security and genuine career development opportunities.

The Opportunity

Due to continued project wins and sustained growth within the rail sector, the company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its expanding London team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QS to take a leading commercial role on large-scale rail infrastructure projects, while continuing to develop professionally within a supportive consultancy environment. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, with clear progression opportunities towards Associate level and beyond.

The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be involved in:

Leading the delivery of pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services on rail sector projects

Managing the commercial aspects of rail infrastructure schemes, including track, stations, depots, signalling, and associated civils

Preparing and reviewing cost plans, procurement strategies, and risk assessments

Overseeing contract administration, change control, and commercial reporting

Leading client meetings and supporting long-term client relationships with rail clients, operators, and contractors

Mentoring and supporting junior members of the commercial team

Working collaboratively as part of a growing and high-performing project team

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will bring:

A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

Strong consultancy/PQS-side experience (essential)

Proven experience delivering rail or rail infrastructure projects

Excellent commercial awareness and client-facing communication skills

MRICS status or working towards chartership (support provided if required)

The ability to manage multiple projects and work with minimal supervision

Ambition to progress within a growing, collaborative consultancy

Why Join?

Secure workload across long-term national rail frameworks

Clear progression opportunities to Associate and Director level

Market-leading reputation in rail infrastructure consulting

Excellent company culture with strong mentorship and professional development

Hybrid working and flexible arrangements available

Interested?

Apply in confidence via this advert, or contact Ben Chappell directly at (phone number removed)