Quantity Surveyor

Description:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic commercial team within a fast-paced rail, civils, and buildings asset management framework (CP7). This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while working on significant projects and maintenance remits across the North West & Central regional, rail network.

Business Unit

Our company operates in a busy rail civils & buildings asset maintenance/management environment, focusing on reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance projects. With regional offices in Warrington and Tamworth, our Asset Management framework is responsible for maintaining and repairing rail assets under a long-term contract for CP7. Projects can range from bridge and tunnel repairs to managing flood and weather damage.

Key Responsibilities

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will work within the regional Framework Delivery team primarily focused on local rail maintenance projects. Your responsibilities will include:
 

• Collaborating with the commercial team to assist Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers in managing multiple sites to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
• Preparing accurate pricing estimates and ensuring timely submission.
• Resolving pricing discrepancies with clients.
• Establishing and maintaining client relationships.
• Coordinating with Site Managers to gather daily operational information.
• Managing subcontractor relationships and performance.
• Assisting in change management processes and alerting for early warnings.
• Conducting contract administration (proficient in NEC/NR forms of contract).
• Preparing Cost Value Reports (CVRs) and final accounts.
   

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should possess:
 

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a rail and civil engineering context.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (HNC/HND/Degree).
• Practical experience with civil engineering projects, including rail, bridges, and structures.
• Familiarity with rail sector experience, particularly Network Rail projects or maintenance frameworks.
• Knowledge of NEC or bespoke Network Rail forms of contract.
• Experience working within a contractor organisation.