Quantity surveyor- Rail

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor - Rail

Location: London

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team and play a key role in their multi-million-pound CP7 framework projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of projects, ensuring cost efficiency, and maintaining compliance with NEC contracts. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a proven track record in quantity surveying within the utilities sector to contribute to high-profile projects.

This is a freelance, 6 month contract (with potential for an extension)

There is the option of outside IR35, pending the correct assessment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the financial aspects of utilities infrastructure projects within the multi-million-pound network framework.
• Prepare, review, and monitor budgets, ensuring cost control and accuracy.
• Collaborate with project teams to provide timely and accurate cost advice.
• Administer NEC contracts and ensure compliance throughout project life cycles.
• Prepare and negotiate contractual agreements, variations, and final accounts.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise project cost-effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Experience working on a similar contract.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering projects, specifically within the rail sector.
• Thorough understanding and practical application of NEC contracts.
• Proficient in cost estimation, budget management, and financial reporting.

If you are interested in this role, or are a civil engineer looking at your career options, then please apply now!

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be interested we offer a £200 referral fee for successfully placed candidates.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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