Quantity Surveyor - Major Rail Infrastructure JV | London
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 + package
Hybrid working
The Project
My client is a high-profile joint venture delivering one of the most complex and technically demanding civil engineering contracts in the UK right now. The scope is significant - twin-bored TBM tunnels, SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge reconstruction, earthworks, and major services diversions - on a nationally critical rail programme. It's large-scale, long-term, and genuinely interesting work. They're growing their commercial team to deliver an increasing pipeline of work and they are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join them.
The Role
This is a broad QS role covering both pre and post-contract commercial duties. You'll work as part of an integrated project team, either independently or under the direction of a Senior Quantity Surveyor, with real responsibility from day one. The focus is on delivering accurate, value-generating commercial input across the full lifecycle of your allocated works.
What You'll Be Doing
Contract management and administration, ensuring all notices and correspondence are accurate, timely, and compliant
Preparation and assessment of applications for payment, valuations, and cost/value reconciliation
Cost control and forecasting, including monthly reporting on value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow, and budget
Identifying, analysing, and responding to commercial risks - feeding into risk and value management at project level
Preparing supply chain enquiries, negotiating, administering, and closing out subcontracts
Providing contractual advice to the project and site team as required
Ongoing liaison with site teams, subcontractors, and the client's commercial representatives
Maintaining commercial records, meeting packs, and minutes in line with contract and company requirementsWhat We're Looking For
Essential:
Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent), or four or more years of industry experience
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Proactive, solutions-focused approach
Excellent communication skills
Right to work in the UKDesirable:
NEC contract experience
Major project or tunnelling/civils background
Rail or infrastructure sector experience
Experience with Power BIWhy This Role?
Beyond the scale of the project itself, my client is genuinely invested in the development of their people - whether that's APC support, further study, or progression into more senior commercial roles as the programme grows. You'll join a team that values collaboration, takes its culture seriously, and offers the kind of project exposure that's hard to find elsewhere. You'll also be offered a competitive salary and package that includes:
Starting salary of £45,000 to £58,000
Travel allowance of £5,000
Paid travel to site
25 days leave + bank holidays
Private healthcare
Contributory pensionIf you're a QS looking to get your teeth into something substantial, I'd like to hear from you. Get in touch today to find out more.
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