Senior Quantity Surveyor- Rail Contractor

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Norwich to manage commercial aspects of a £40m rail depot project. The role requires expertise in NEC contracts and strong client relationship skills. The candidate must have a degree in Quantity Surveying and must be prepared to travel to various sites. A lodge allowance is available where applicable and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Lodge allowance available

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
• Experience in a quantity surveying role.
• Extensive knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure commercial position is protected.
• Manage client relationships effectively.
• Support other commercial team members.

Skills

Client relationship management

Understanding of contractual processes

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor- Rail Contractor

Salary: £50-£60k
Location: Norwich
Region: North East

We are currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for a main Civil Contractor who works across the UK specializing in a variety of civil engineering sectors with a primary focus on rail-based projects. The role will be based in Norwich, with the candidate expected to travel intermittently to various project sites when required.

Working across the rail, highways, and energy sectors, we have a customer-focused approach and thrive on applying our expertise to deliver complex, multi-disciplinary, engineering-led projects.

Job Role:

Recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team working on a £40m rail depot based in Norwich. Reporting into the project Commercial Manager, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for all commercial aspects of a section of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that commercial position is protected using in-depth understanding and experience of contractual, commercial, insurance, and legal processes.
• Responsible for effective client relationship management to encourage smooth commercial progression of the contract(s).
• Provide liaison with the client, PQS, and senior staff.
• Manage and provide development and support to other commercial team members.
• Understand the impact of commercial and technical changes at a strategic level within the customer’s business industry/sector.
• Anticipate and plan change in commercial resource on the project.
• Provide commercial support to the tendering process when required.
• Prepare the basis of the project procurement schedule and ensure the team contribute and complete their relevant sections.
• Oversee subcontract procurement in accordance with the procurement timetable, in accordance with the procurement policy.
• Ensure that materials and off-site services are procured in an efficient manner with capable organisations in accordance with the procurement policy and procedures and ensure appropriate records are kept.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
• Experience gained in a quantity surveying role.
• Extensive knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Professional Membership of RICS or MICES is desired.
• Experience gained on highways projects is beneficial but not essential.

LODGE ALLOWANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE WHERE APPLICABLE.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.