Commercial Professionals / Quantity Surveyors (Graduate to QS level) - Essex

TN United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Quantity Surveyors for exciting projects in Essex. Join a team dedicated to creating accessible rail transport solutions, working on significant projects valued at £7 million. This role offers a competitive package, including a company car scheme, private healthcare, and opportunities for professional development. If you excel in building relationships and thrive in challenging situations, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the civil engineering sector. Apply now to be part of a transformative journey in transportation!

Benefits

Company Car Scheme

Private Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance

25 Days Holiday

Enhanced Paternity & Maternity Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering quantity surveying, ideally with rail background.
• NEC Contracts experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of projects including financial performance and cost management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support project delivery and ensure compliance.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Financial Reporting

NEC Contracts

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

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02.05.2025

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16.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you an Essex-based commercial professional looking to join a growing business?

Octavius is seeking skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyors (from Graduate to QS level) to join our team for two Access for All (AFA) projects in Essex.

We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

These projects, each valued at £7 million, involve constructing lifts and footbridges to improve access to the tracks in Southend and Chalkwell stations.

Learn more about our AFA schemes:

• AfA: The Past, Present and Future Of Accessible Rail Transport - Octavius
• Octavius – The Market Leader in Access for All - Octavius

The roles will be based on-site 3 days/week with occasional travel to London.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

We are recruiting for various levels within our Quantity Surveying team, each playing a crucial role in our projects:

• Manage the commercial aspects of projects, including financial performance, cost management, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to support project delivery, ensuring contractual compliance and meeting business objectives.
• If joining as a Quantity Surveyor (QS), you will handle your own project and work closely with the site’s commercial team for efficiencies.
• If joining as a Graduate or Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS), you will assist in the commercial management of a project.

Regardless of your level, your contribution is vital to our success.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive package including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance, 25 days holiday plus your birthday off, hybrid working options, enhanced Paternity & Maternity leave, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

About You:

You excel in building relationships, communicating effectively, and making data-driven decisions. Your organizational skills help you manage conflicting priorities, and your creative problem-solving skills enable you to thrive in challenging situations. Resilience and flexibility are key traits you possess.

Requirements:

• Experience in a civil engineering quantity surveying role, ideally with a rail background.
• NEC Contracts experience is essential.
• Experience with AFA schemes is advantageous.

Join Octavius and help transform transportation in Essex! Apply now to be part of exciting projects that aim to create a more accessible and inclusive rail network.

We are committed to inclusion and diversity. We are an equal opportunities employer and value a diverse workforce. We support applicants with any special requirements during the application process and will work with you to facilitate your journey with us.