Managing Quantity Surveyor

Overview

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you lead commercial delivery on a large rail renewals portfolio within a long-term Network Rail programme. You will manage a mid-size team, drive robust reporting and financial performance, and partner with project managers to align cost, risk and value with programme goals. The role sits in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment and offers a clear path toward Commercial Manager as the programme grows. This is a hands-on, pressure-tested position in a major infrastructure framework.

Pay / Benefits

• Company Car scheme / car allowance
• 25 days annual leave + birthday day
• Private healthcare
• Pension and life assurance
• Hybrid working (3 days in office)
• Ongoing professional development towards chartership

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management and financial performance of a large rail portfolio, safeguarding cost, value, risk and profitability.
• Develop and coach a ~12-person commercial team, including performance management and development.
• Oversee reporting activities (CVR, forecasting, cost plans, financial reviews) and ensure on-time delivery of weekly and four-weekly reports.
• Manage numerous concurrent projects/work banks, keeping information accurate and controlled.
• Analyze commercial data to identify discrepancies, challenge forecasts and implement improvements.
• Monitor cash flow and expenditure, proactively flag risks and opportunities.
• Oversee subcontract administration, payments, variations, change control and final accounts.
• Ensure NEC contract governance and compliance (NEC4 Options A/E) across contracts.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and stakeholders to support delivery and strategic direction.
• Assist in shaping commercial strategy, resource planning and process improvements.

Key requirements

• Managing Quantity Surveyor experience with at least 2 years of team leadership in a rail environment
• Rail infrastructure experience in contractor/subcontractor settings
• Proven track record in multi-project, high-volume environments with strong reporting skills
• Experience in commercial reporting, forecasting, CVR and financial performance management
• Experience leading and developing Quantity Surveying teams
• Good knowledge of NEC contracts, preferably NEC4 Options A and E
• Experience overseeing subcontract administration, pay applications, variations and final accounts
• Ability to analyse large volumes of data, challenge performance and drive decisions
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and deadline management
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Excel and commercial reporting systems
• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline

• Leadership and people-management
• Stakeholder management
• Strong communication and influencing ability
• NEC4 (Options A and E)
• Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR)
• Forecasting and cost planning

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