Project Quantity Surveyor

Railways
  • UK, East of England, Essex
  • Permanent
  • Full time
  • from £45,000 to £55,000 per year
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work for one the UK's largest multi-disciplinary engineering businesses where they Design and Build unique engineering projects within Rail, Building Services, Infrastructure and Energy sectors. Our client has an opening for a ambitious site based Rail Quantity...
  • Posted
  • Deadline: 25.12.2024

Managing consultant

Nisa Hamid

Quote ref: 100379/28580

Quote ref: 100379/28580

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work for one the UK's largest multi-disciplinary engineering businesses where they Design and Build unique engineering projects within Rail, Building Services, Infrastructure and Energy sectors.  

 

Our client has an opening for a ambitious site based Rail Quantity Surveyor to join an innovative team and be working on a Major Rail Depot project.  

 

What you will be doing:  

- Prepare, monitor, and manage budgets and cost plans for rail projects.  

- Conduct detailed measurements and valuations of work done on-site.  

- Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders, including materials, quantities, labour, and time.  

- Negotiate and manage contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.  

- Monitor project progress and ensure costs are kept within budget.  

- Provide regular financial reports and updates to project managers and stakeholders.  

- Assess and value variations and changes to the contract.  

- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and safety protocols.  

- Assist in the preparation of final accounts and project close-out reports.  

- Collaborate with project teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.  

- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably in the rail industry.  

- Strong understanding of construction and rail industry standards, contracts, and regulations.  

- Proficient in using quantity surveying software and tools (e.g., CostX, RICS New Rules of Measurement, etc.).  

- Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.  

- Strong communication and negotiation abilities.  

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

- Membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, ICES) is highly desirable.  

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

- Experience working on major rail infrastructure projects.  

- Familiarity with NEC and JCT contracts.  

- Certification in Project Management or Construction Management.  

 

Benefits:  

- Competitive salary and benefits package.  

- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.  

- Supportive and collaborative work environment.  

- Include any additional benefits such as health insurance, pension schemes, etc.

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