Senior Quantity Surveyor

Egis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the HS2 gateway station project at Old Oak Common, London. You will apply pre and post-contract management, procurements, and value engineering within the UK rail sector.

The role requires three days in the office, strong cost control, and collaboration with the project team. You will lead subcontractor accounts, manage contractual entitlements, and support governance with robust reporting.

Qualifications

• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week.
• Energy and enthusiasm.
• Experience in controlling costs for self delivery works.
• Ability to contribute to project financial monitoring and reporting.
• Experience in proactive project change and risk management.
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• NEC3/4 Option C Contract management and administration.
• Establish and manage entitlement, focusing on full entitlement under subcontract terms.
• Lead review and valuation of contractor payment applications per contract terms.
• Manage Subcontractor Accounts.
• Liaise and negotiate with Customer’s Commercial/project team.
• Maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure commercial records align with contract requirements and address issues.
• Draft contract communications including Early Warning Notices and Compensation Events.
• Provide contractual/commercial risk advice to teams.
• Monitor and report on commercial/cost reporting for projects and portfolios.
• Support programme teams to ensure compliance with contract and governance.

Skills

Site presence

Co-location

Energy & enthusiasm

Cost control

Financial monitoring

Change management

Communication

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. We have over 50 years of experience and have a worldwide workforce of over 25,500 people.

The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.

The role will be working at our office at Old Oak Common near Acton, West London. You must be able to work 3 days a week in the office.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have knowledge and experience in pre and post-contract management and procurement within the UK rail sector. The senior quantity surveyor will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement.

You will be working on a prestigious HS2 rail project We will fully support your personal growth and development enabling you access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

Role Responsibilities

• NEC3/4 Option C Contract management and administration
• Establish and manage entitlement, with key focus on gaining full entitlement under the terms of the Subcontract
• The quantity surveyor will lead the review and valuation of contractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement
• Managing Subcontractor's Accounts
• Liaison and negotiation with the Customer’s Commercial and/or project team
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams
• Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules

Qualifications and must-haves for candidates

• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Experienced in controlling costs for self delivery works
• Ability to contribute to project financial monitoring and reporting
• Experienced in proactive project change and risk management
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Educated to degree level
• MEP Experience
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts
• Experienced in negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money.
• Have, or be working towards, chartership of a relevant institution
• Experience in managing and developing assistant and intermediate-level commercial team members.

You must have right to work in the UK.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

At EGIS, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.