Quantity Surveyor - Rail - OUTSIDE IR35 in Manchester

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the energy sector in Manchester seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a long-term contract opportunity until 2027. You will manage the commercial functions of various packages, oversee cost management, and liaise with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Quantity Surveying, preferably within the rail sector, and relevant qualifications such as an HND or degree along with commercial acumen. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful rail infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Quantity Surveying within the rail sector.
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a contractor-side environment.
• Ability to manage direct labor, materials, plant, and subcontract costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial functions of various work packages.
• Collaborate with project delivery team for change control.
• Prepare internal and external commercial reports.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Negotiation Skills

Cost Management

Communication Skills

Contractual Knowledge

Education

HND/Degree qualified in relevant field

Working towards RICS or CICES qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Title

Quantity Surveyor (Outside IR35) – Manchester – Long term contract to 2027

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial functions of various work packages, including Design, Signalling Installation, Test & Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering, and Permanent Way.
• Collaborating with the project delivery team responsible for work package/project change control and management.
• Liaising with work package managers to collect information on works.
• Overseeing work package cost management, including forecasting, budget management, and control.
• Preparing internal and external commercial reports.
• Establishing and maintaining interfaces with key stakeholders such as finance, project management, engineering, subcontractors, suppliers, and the employer's team.
• Maintaining auditable records for responsible work packages as per contractual requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Contract Administrator within a contractor side project environment is essential.
• Experience ideally gained in a related contracting construction industry such as Rail, Engineering, or Defence.
• HND/Degree qualified or equivalent and/or holding or working towards a professional qualification like RICS or CICES is essential.
• Ability to manage the cost of direct labour, materials, plant, and subcontract costs.
• Proficiency in estimating changes/variations using various methods.
• Competence in forecasting costs and measuring the cost of work completed.
• Good negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work independently and manage expectations effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work under own initiative under cost or time-critical conditions.
• Good contractual knowledge and understanding.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software to present high-standard documentation.

If you have significant experience in Quantity Surveying within the rail sector and you are seeking an exciting contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our client\'s dynamic team and contribute to impactful rail infrastructure projects.

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