Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Pittsburgh, San Francisco (Allegheny County, CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical

Dental and Vision Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & Accident Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Work/Life Programs like Flextime

Training and Development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead financial and contractual activities on rail projects based in Oakland, CA.

The role emphasizes accurate cost control, invoicing, and claims management within a fast-paced construction environment. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience with contractors, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, and proven ability to prepare valuations, risk assessments, and monthly reports while coordinating

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a contractor.
• Familiar with rail/metro projects and transit systems technologies (power, signalling, telecom, SCADA).
• Strong communication, presentation and documentation skills; ability to deliver accurate reports.

Responsibilities

• Issue monthly statements with the Construction Manager per project plan.
• Collaborate with Construction Manager to obtain PPC approval from the client.
• Ensure PPC and invoices comply with contractual requirements and STS procedures.
• Support claims, variations and BOM calculations with economic evaluations.
• Perform re-measurements and maintain risk registers, trackers, and monthly reports.
• Prepare interim payment applications and internal valuations for clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Budgeting

Planning

Communication

Documentation

Reporting

Rail projects

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: Oakland, California, United States Job ID: R0147150 Date Posted: 2026-10-19 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC. Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Oakland, California.

• Ensure the monthly statement issuing, with the Construction Manager, according to the project planning
• Act jointly with the Construction Manager to achieve the approval of the Progress Payment certificate (PPC) by the client.
• Ensure compliance of the Progress Payment certificate (PPC) with the contractual scheme
• Act jointly with Administrative dept to process the invoices (being previously approved according to the STS procedures)
• Ensure the compliance of the Invoice with the contractual requirements
• Act with the Construction manager during the preparation of claims and variations, giving in return the economical evaluation of the related activities (priced BOM)
• All Quantity Surveying duties include re-measurement.
• Ensure risk registers, variation trackers sheets are reviewed and updated monthly and included within monthly reports.
• Preparation of interim progress applications for payment and internal valuations.
• Recognition and preparation of claims and variations, giving in return the economic evaluation of the related activities.
• Preparation of the Progress Payment Certificate for subcontractor(s).
• Establishing, monitoring and maintaining reporting arrangements, resources and client relationships.
• Reporting: Implementing/monitoring/controlling the construction reporting including (Daily/Weekly/Monthly Progress report, Quarter Progress Report QPR and Client Presentation).
• Coordinating and monitoring material receipt for proper quantities and timely rectifying any shortages.

Required Skills/ Knowledge

Minimum of 5 plus years' experience working for a contractor as a Quantity Surveyor. Familiar with rail metro projects transit systems technologies (power supply, signalling, Telecom, SCADA) Core skills: communication, presentation, documentation, training, delivery. Experience with estimating, budgeting, and planning. Highly developed interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to complete written reports and electronic communications expeditiously and with a high-degree of accuracy and professionalism. Computer proficiency with a strong knowledge of PCs and software applications related to the work.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Languages

English Proficiency

In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

The salary range for this position is $142,209 - $237,015 USD per year.

Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• a Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Work/Life Programs such as Flextime
• Training and Development opportunities.

#LI-CG1 Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. We are committed to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.

Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.