Rail & Civil Quantity Surveyor – Growth, Car Allowance & Benefits

Amcogiffen; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Up to 3 volunteer days

Pension scheme and life insurance

Health plan & rewards

Structured learning and progression

Job summary

Amcogiffen is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for rail and civil engineering projects in Scotland. The role supports the commercial team across multiple contracts, focusing on drainage and earthworks, with NEC and Network Rail contract experience.

You will prepare estimates, manage costs, liaise with clients, and lead subcontractor payments and change management. A relevant QS qualification and strong commercial acumen are required for progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator in a civil engineering or contracting environment.
• Experience on geotechnical, drainage, and earthworks projects is desirable.
• Qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (HNC/HND/Degree).
• Practical experience with NEC or bespoke Network Rail contract forms.
• Rail experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication skills and commercial judgement for a high‑volume, deadline driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial management of multiple sites to deliver projects on time and to budget.
• Prepare and review estimates, tenders and pricing submissions.
• Resolve pricing queries and maintain client liaison.
• Collate site cost information through close liaison with Site Managers.
• Manage subcontractor commercial relationships and payments.
• Lead change management, early warnings and contractual variations.
• Administer contracts (NEC and Network Rail contract forms).
• Produce CVRs and complete final account settlements.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Commercial judgment

NEC contracts

Network Rail contracts

Geotechnical/drainage/earthworks

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in QS/Commercial Management

Job description

Amcogiffen is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for rail and civil engineering projects in Scotland. The role supports the commercial team across multiple contracts, focusing on drainage and earthworks, with NEC and Network Rail contract experience.

You will prepare estimates, manage costs, liaise with clients, and lead subcontractor payments and change management. A relevant QS qualification and strong commercial acumen are required for progression.