Quantity Surveyor

c2c Railway Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

c2c Railway Limited is hiring a Quantity Surveyor to join the Asset Commercial team, supporting all c2c stations under a 99-year lease. You will provide commercial, financial and contractual expertise across all project stages, focusing on cost control, CVR, LCC and value engineering to inform long-term investment decisions.

Working with contractors and internal stakeholders, you will prepare and negotiate contracts, monitor progress, report on costs and performance, and drive governance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
• Proven experience in cost management, estimating, or commercial project delivery within the construction, infrastructure or rail sectors.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, procurement routes, and commercial frameworks (e.g. JCT, NEC or similar).
• Experience with Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR), Life Cycle Costing (LCC) and RAMS.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience within a rail or transport infrastructure environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of all infrastructure and station projects across the c2c route, ensuring alignment with contractual, financial and operational objectives.
• Undertake detailed measurement and valuation of works, including the preparation of interim and final accounts for contractors and suppliers.
• Undertake comprehensive cost analysis, including estimation, budget monitoring, forecasting, and life cycle costing (LCC), to support informed decision making and the development of long‑term investment strategies.
• Negotiate and administer contracts, variations and change control processes, maintaining robust commercial governance.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and external stakeholders to ensure cost‑effective and timely project delivery.
• Monitor and report on project progress, highlighting risks, opportunities and cost implications.
• Advise on contractual and legal matters, supporting resolution of any claims or disputes.
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing project costs, progress, and performance for senior management.
• Pre‑tender document preparation, management of tenders (with Supply Chain team), procurement outcome recommendations & contract execution (with Legal).
• Comply with and ensure compliance with all c2c policies, standards and governance (including c2csms17.02 contract managing standard).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of c2c's asset and commercial management systems through data‑driven insights and best practice.

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Cost analysis

Contract administration

Life cycle costing

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Rail experience

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

CEMAR

Job description

It is an exciting time to join c2c as we move into a new era of railway reform, aligning with Great British Railways (GBR) and the Department for Transport (DfT) to deliver a simpler, more connected and passenger focused railway. As part of the Asset Commercial team, which supports all c2c stations under a 99-year lease, the Quantity Surveyor plays a key role in ensuring the long‑term safety, functionality and resilience of the network. The role supports the successful delivery of contracts and projects that underpin the wider strategic objectives of c2c's Asset Management function. The Quantity Surveyor provides commercial, financial and contractual expertise across all stages of project delivery, ensuring that works are progressed efficiently, affordably and safely. This includes active involvement in the Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) process, the provision of specialised advice such as Life Cycle Costing (LCC) to inform long‑term investment decisions. Working collaboratively with contractors and internal and external stakeholders, the Quantity Surveyor will assess project requirements, calculate material and labour costs, prepare and negotiate contracts, and monitor project progress and compliance. The role will also ensure transparency through accurate reporting, managing accounts and payment processes, and providing detailed cost and performance updates to support commercial governance. Ultimately, this position ensures that c2c's projects deliver value for money, maintain legal and contractual integrity, and contribute to the continued improvement of our stations and passenger experience.,

• Support the commercial management of all infrastructure and station projects across the c2c route, ensuring alignment with contractual, financial and operational objectives.
• Undertake detailed measurement and valuation of works, including the preparation of interim and final accounts for contractors and suppliers.
• Undertake comprehensive cost analysis, including estimation, budget monitoring, forecasting, and life cycle costing (LCC), to support informed decision making and the development of long‑term investment strategies.
• Negotiate and administer contracts, variations and change control processes, maintaining robust commercial governance.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and external stakeholders to ensure cost‑effective and timely project delivery.
• Monitor and report on project progress, highlighting risks, opportunities and cost implications.
• Advise on contractual and legal matters, supporting resolution of any claims or disputes.
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing project costs, progress, and performance for senior management.
• Pre‑tender document preparation, management of tenders (with Supply Chain team), procurement outcome recommendations & contract execution (with Legal).
• Comply with and ensure compliance with all c2c policies, standards and governance (including c2csms17.02 contract managing standard).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of c2c's asset and commercial management systems through data‑driven insights and best practice.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
• Proven experience in cost management, estimating, or commercial project delivery within the construction, infrastructure or rail sectors.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, procurement routes, and commercial frameworks (e.g. JCT, NEC or similar).
• Demonstrable ability to prepare and analyse Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Experience in life cycle costing (LCC) and value engineering to inform strategic investment decisions.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and engage effectively at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant cost management software (e.g. Excel, Project, CEMAR or equivalent).
• Sound knowledge of construction law, health and safety regulations, and risk management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Membership or working towards membership of a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS, ICES or CIOB).
• Experience within a rail or transport infrastructure environment.
• Familiarity with asset management principles and government funded project frameworks.