Lead Quantity Surveyor – Rail & Infrastructure

Advance TRS; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance TRS is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to drive the commercial delivery of major infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will manage cost control, CVRs, procurement and subcontract administration to ensure value and risk are optimised on site in the UK.

This role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent stakeholder management in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience as Quantity Surveyor in construction, civil engineering, rail or infrastructure.
• Strong commercial management and cost control understanding.
• Experience with subcontract procurement and account management.
• Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Experience preparing valuations, variations, CVRs, and final accounts.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of projects from tender award through to final account.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, and profitability.
• Prepare monthly CVRs, applications for payment, and financial reports.
• Manage project cash flow and monitor commercial performance.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Assist with cost planning, budgeting, and tender reviews.
• Support procurement activities and subcontract package preparation.
• Review tender documentation, specifications, and drawings.
• Assist with value engineering and cost-saving initiatives.
• Provide commercial input during project planning and mobilisation.
• Administer contracts in accordance with NEC, JCT, or other standard forms of contract.
• Prepare, assess, and negotiate variations, compensation events, and change control.
• Maintain accurate contract records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
• Prepare enquiries and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Evaluate tenders and support subcontractor selection.
• Prepare subcontract orders and manage subcontractor accounts.
• Assess subcontractor applications and certify payments.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual compliance.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Attend commercial and project meetings.
• Support dispute resolution and commercial negotiations where required.
• Provide commercial advice to operational teams.
• Produce accurate commercial reports in line with company procedures.
• Maintain commercial records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company governance and contractual requirements.
• Support commercial audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Communication & negotiation

Excel proficiency

Driving licence

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying

Tools

CEMAR

COINS

Causeway

Job description

Advance TRS is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to drive the commercial delivery of major infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will manage cost control, CVRs, procurement and subcontract administration to ensure value and risk are optimised on site in the UK.

This role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent stakeholder management in a dynamic construction environment.