Quantity Surveyor - Rail

Job description: Our client is a market leader within the Construction, Civils and Rail sector with multiple offices across the UK and Ireland. They currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor - Rail to join them on a permanent basis. The role is hybrid and the location is flexible across their UK locations. In this role you will be working within & assisting the commercial & construction team to ensure a successful project is delivered, while maintaining relationships, to maximise commercial returns & manage risk. Key responsibilities: • Support the commercial team • Carry out the following under supervision: - Prepare tenders – measure, put into packages, analyse - Prepare variations/valuations - Prepare Final Accounts - Prepare s/c valuations - Attend site client meetings - Prepare client quotations/Estimates • Liaise with site management • Take responsibility for: - Maintaining site records, control documents - Measuring progress on site • Consider Risk & opportunity • CVR - Assist as required for larger value works - Produce for small value projects and report to SQS/MQS • Cash management - Timely application/invoices inline with client schedule • Understand & assist in the implementation of the commercial strategy • At all times act in a suitable & professional manner • Involved with & take some responsibility on traditional contracts • Involvement but no responsibility for: - Negotiation with subcontractors - Interpretation of contract law Requirements: - Ability to effectively utilise a range of Microsoft Office tools - Able to manipulate, manage/interrogate data - Be fully conversant with the use of the Standard Method of Measurement - Demonstrate potential for clear written & oral communications - Demonstrate ownership/commercial awareness - Effective time management, organisational, interpersonal and negotiation skills Required Qualifications/Training: - Completed a qualification in Quantity Surveying (HND/HNC Upwards) - Preferable to be studying towards Chartership