Senior Quantity Surveyor - Ontario Line Project

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long term disability

Life & accidental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid vacation

Flextime

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Toronto, Canada. The role covers administrative to strategic tasks within rail project contracts, reporting to Construction Manager and ensuring PPC alignment.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years as a Quantity Surveyor for contractors, strong communication and reporting skills, and English proficiency. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a dynamic, international project

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years experience working for a contractor as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Familiar with rail metro projects transit systems technologies.
• Core skills: communication, presentation, documentation, training, delivery.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Languages: English proficiency.
• Background Check: Criminal clear.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly statements with the Construction Manager according to project planning.
• Assist the Construction Manager to obtain PPC approval from the client.
• Ensure PPC compliance with the contractual scheme.
• Process invoices with STS procedures and ensure contractual alignment.
• Prepare claims and variations with economic evaluation of activities.
• Maintain risk registers, variation trackers, and monthly reports.
• Prepare interim progress applications and internal valuations.
• Coordinate material receipt and rectify shortages.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Documentation

Training

Delivery

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering

Job description

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID: R0145848

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS CANADA, INC.

Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multicultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated SENIOR Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Toronto Canada.

Accountabilities

• Ensure the monthly statement issuing, with the Construction Manager, according to the project planning
• Act jointly with the Construction Manager to achieve the approval of the Progress Payment certificate (PPC) by the client.
• Ensure compliance of the Progress Payment certificate (PPC) with the contractual scheme
• Act jointly with Administrative dept to process the invoices (being previously approved according to the STS procedures)
• Ensure the compliance of the Invoice with the contractual requirements
• Act with the Construction manager during the preparation of claims and variations, giving in return the economical evaluation of the related activities (priced BOM)
• All Quantity Surveying duties include re-measurement.
• Ensure risk registers, variation trackers sheets are reviewed and updated monthly and included within monthly reports.
• Preparation of interim progress applications for payment and internal valuations.
• Recognition and preparation of claims and variations, giving in return the economic evaluation of the related activities.
• Preparation of the Progress Payment Certificate for subcontractor(s).
• Establishing, monitoring and maintaining reporting arrangements, resources and client relationships.
• Reporting: Implementing/monitoring/controlling the construction reporting including (Daily/Weekly/Monthly Progress report, Quarter Progress Report QPR and Client Presentation).
• Coordinating and monitoring material receipt for proper quantities and timely rectifying any shortages.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 5 plus years experience working for a contractor as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Familiar with rail metro projects transit systems technologies (powers supply, signaling, TLC, SCADA, Overhead catenary systems)
• Core skills: communication, presentation, documentation, training, delivery.
• undefined Experience with estimating, budgeting, and planning.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to complete written reports and electronic communications expeditiously and with a high-degree of accuracy and professionalism.
• Computer proficiency with a strong knowledge of PCs and software applications related to the work.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering.
• Languages: English Proficiency.
• Background Check : Criminal Clear.

Salary Range

CAD $101,842.00 - CAD $152,763.00 The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law. This posting relates to an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

#LI-RJ1

Company Culture & Diversity

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.