Senior Quantity Surveyor

Calco Services Limited; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced senior quantity surveyor to oversee commercial aspects of rail projects. The role involves managing the full commercial cycle, ensuring contract compliance, providing cost reports, and mentoring junior QSs in a hybrid working environment. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong knowledge of NEC contracts.

Qualifications

• Experienced in senior quantity surveyor role within rail or infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing commercial aspects and contract compliance.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial cycle from pre-contract through to final accounts.
• Provide detailed cost reports and forecasts to senior leadership.
• Lead the resolution of claims, variations, and compensation events.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hertfordshire (hybrid working available)
Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum (depending on experience)

About the client:
This opportunity is with a well-established rail infrastructure contractor that operates across the UK, delivering major projects on behalf of Network Rail and other key clients. Known for its collaborative project delivery, strong commercial performance, and reputation for repeat business, they are now seeking a senior quantity surveyor to support ongoing and upcoming rail works frameworks.

About the role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all commercial aspects of rail infrastructure projects, ensuring contract compliance, accurate reporting, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll play a key part in supporting the project team, mentoring junior staff, and liaising directly with clients and subcontractors to ensure commercial performance is optimised.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the full commercial cycle from pre-contract through to final accounts

• Oversee subcontract procurement, valuations, and payments

• Provide detailed cost reports and forecasts to senior commercial leadership

• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts and client commercial procedures

• Lead the resolution of claims, variations, and compensation events

• Liaise with delivery teams to track and maximise project value

• Support and develop junior quantity surveyors within the team

About you:
You will be an experienced and commercially astute senior quantity surveyor with a strong background in rail or infrastructure projects. You will be confident working in a fast-paced environment, capable of managing multiple workstreams, and effective in both client-facing and delivery team roles.

Essential requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior quantity surveyor role within rail or infrastructure

• Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts

• Experience delivering projects within a framework environment

• Excellent commercial acumen and reporting skills

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

• Strong interpersonal skills and team leadership ability

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity or are keen to apply, please contact Thomas Barber at 07710096554 or [e-mail]. You can also apply directly via this advert.TB43608