Quantity Surveyor

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Stone; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension plan

Private healthcare

Health screening

Dental plan

Parental leave

Life insurance and income protection

Fitness & health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Performance-based rewards

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our team and manage all costs for building and civil engineering projects, guiding them from initial calculations to final accounts. You will prepare costing, perform risk/ value management, and support procurement strategies while ensuring contract compliance.

The role requires experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of construction contracts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction costs, procurement, and contract law.
• Proficiency in MS Office and quantity surveying software.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with strong communication.
• Membership of a professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse costing for tenders and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.
• Perform risk, value management, and cost control during the project lifecycle.
• Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks and advise on our procurement strategy.
• Allocate work to subcontractors, value completed work and manage payments.
• Provide advice on contractual claims, analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Quantity surveying software

Job description

Job Description:

The opportunity

As Quantity Surveyor at Hitachi Energy you are part of a team of catalysts for a sustainable future. The demand for energy sector infrastructure is rapidly increasing, we are looking to add a member to our team that is fully focused on managing all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from initial calculations to final accounts.

Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position.

How you'll make an impact

• Prepare and analyse costing for tenders and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.

• Perform risk, value management, and cost control during the project lifecycle.

• Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks and advise on our procurement strategy.

• Allocate work to subcontractors, value completed work and manage payments.

• Provide advice on contractual claims, analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.

• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.

• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably within large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.

• Proven knowledge of construction costs, procurement, and contract law.

• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., MS Office Suite, quantity surveying software).

• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Membership of a professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is desirable.

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

• Generous annual leave plus public holidays with the ability to buying & selling leave days

• Enhanced pension plan with competitive employer contributions

• Private healthcare for our employees

• Health screening program and Dental Plan

• Maternity, paternity, parental leave

• Critical illness plan, Life insurance and income protection

• Fitness & health benefits (access to gyms, studios, on-demand exercise classes and library of wellness apps)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Performance-based rewards and recognition

• We operate in a hybrid work environment and work on updating our people lead flexible benefits on a regular basis.

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location, and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations and some flexible benefits may require employee contribution.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.