Quantity Surveyor – HS2 Stations

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join the HS2 project in London. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Quantity Surveying and have at least 5 years of commercial experience, particularly with main contractors on station build projects. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 and additional benefits, along with opportunities for career progression within the rail sector.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years commercial experience.
• Previous experience on station build projects.
• Strong detail orientation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set profitability targets and develop procurement strategy.
• Produce financial progress reports regularly.
• Ensure timely compliance with contractual obligations.

Skills

Degree Qualified in Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management

UK based experience with main contractors

Familiar with NEC contracts

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – HS2 Stations

Salary: £45,000 plus benefits package
Location: London
Region: London

Following the recent award of the High Speed 2 station packages in London, we are seeking Quantity Surveyors seeking a challenging career on Europe’s largest infrastructure project.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor who is looking to progress their career working within the rail sector.

Candidate Profile – What are we looking for?

• Degree Qualified in Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management
• Previous UK based experience working with main contractors, ideally on station build projects
• At least 5 years commercial experience
• Familiar with various forms of contracts, mainly NEC

Roles & Responsibilities

• Set profitability targets with the team, develop procurement strategy, and regularly produce financial progress reports
• Timely procurement, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts in accordance with procurement strategy.
• Secure the best possible (value and timing) payments from the client in order to maximise cash flow
• Ensure that payments are applied for and received in accordance with the contract
• Make sure that the client is always aware of our financial and commercial expectations
• Ensure that all necessary insurances, bonds, guarantees etc are in place. Ensure the timely release of bonds and retention monies
• Production of CVCs, Cashflow, and End Day Forecasts
• Monitor progress against programme (including subcontractors) in support of the site management
• Undertake preparation and agreement of internal and external valuation/final account to ensure recovery of full entitlement in accordance with the contract
• Participate in regular risk reviews and problem solving
• Ensure timely compliance with contractual obligations and provide advice and guidance to the team as necessary
• Participate in all necessary dialogue to make sure that our commercial interests are always properly considered
• Influence and contribute in resolution of all disputes that have a commercial impact
• With a keen eye for detail, you will ensure that all aspects of your role are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

If this is something you are interested in, please send a copy of your CV and we will get in touch should you fit the criteria. The salary advertised is negotiable depending on experience and capability.