Rail Commercial Assistant: Grow into Quantity Surveyor

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 rail contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support major rail infrastructure projects in Birmingham. This development role is ideal for candidates with commercial project experience looking to advance to a full Quantity Surveyor position. Responsibilities include cost control, reporting, and managing purchase orders. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the chance to work on significant rail initiatives, while providing opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension - 6% employer contribution

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a project-based commercial or cost role.
• Exposure to construction, rail, civils or infrastructure environments.
• Good understanding of commercial records.

Responsibilities

• Support QS and SQS teams with cost control and reporting.
• Track actual cost vs budget, accruals and commitments.
• Produce weekly and monthly commercial reports.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Cost tracking

Commitments

Accruals

Job description

A leading Tier 1 rail contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support major rail infrastructure projects in Birmingham. This development role is ideal for candidates with commercial project experience looking to advance to a full Quantity Surveyor position. Responsibilities include cost control, reporting, and managing purchase orders. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the chance to work on significant rail initiatives, while providing opportunities for career progression.