Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor – £40,000-55,000 + £4,200 car allowance – Hybrid, London

Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major infrastructure works on the HS2 programme. Working within a leading global construction consultancy environment, you will play a key role in providing pre- and post-contract commercial services across one of the UK’s largest and most complex rail infrastructure projects.

This role offers exposure to high-value civil engineering, rail systems, stations, and enabling works packages, operating within NEC forms of contract in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services across allocated HS2 work packages
• Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including assessment of compensation events, change control, and early warnings
• Prepare and manage cost plans, estimates, and benchmarking data in line with HS2 governance requirements
• Support procurement processes including tender documentation, analysis, and contract award recommendations
• Undertake valuations, cost reporting, forecasting, and cost/value reconciliation
• Assess contractor applications for payment and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Contribute to risk management processes, including quantitative risk analysis and contingency management
• Support dispute avoidance and commercial negotiations where required
• Liaise with project managers, planners, engineers, and client stakeholders to ensure robust commercial control
• Ensure compliance with project controls, reporting standards, and audit requirements

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Experience working on major infrastructure or rail projects (HS2 experience desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts
• Experience in cost planning, commercial management, and change control
• Proficient in cost reporting and forecasting within large, complex programmes
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Working towards or holding professional membership (MRICS or equivalent preferred)

Desirable Experience

• Experience within Tier 1 contractor or consultancy environment on large-scale rail schemes
• Familiarity with HS2 governance processes and reporting frameworks
• Experience in civils, rail systems, tunnelling, or major station packages

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.