Quantity Surveyor - Rail


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£55,000 to £65,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B4 6AJ
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 1 day remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

You will be joining a principal and family-owned civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham operating within the rail industry. Working on major long-term programmes and framework agreements, this well-established and multi-accredited contractor plays a key role in enhancing critical infrastructure, supporting the delivery of large-scale rail, transport and urban connectivity improvements, delivering projects valued between £500k - £2m. They offer a strong pipeline of work for at least the next 6 years as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful and growing principal contractor with a family-like feel.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Birmingham office with hybrid working.

Your new role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial support across a portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring contractual compliance, cost control and commercial performance are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, clients, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver successful project outcomes.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing the commercial aspects of multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Preparing, submitting and agreeing interim valuations and applications for payment.

Identifying, pricing and negotiating variations and compensation events.

Developing and managing project budgets, cost plans and cash flow forecasts.

Monitoring project costs, profitability and overall commercial performance.

Procuring subcontractors and suppliers, analysing quotations and negotiating orders.

Managing subcontract agreements, valuations and final accounts.

Producing monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports.

Administering client and subcontractor final accounts.

Ensuring compliance with NEC contract conditions.

Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

Supporting estimating and tendering activities when required.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you will bring:

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects

Sound understanding of NEC forms of contract

Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation skills and financial management capabilities

Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills

Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £65,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Company car or car allowance (£5,700 per annum)

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Hybrid working (1 day remote per week) and flexible working arrangements

Life assurance

Private medical cover

Fuel card

Health cash plan

Sick pay

Free car parking

Funded professional membership (e.g. RICS, ICE or similar)

Fully funded role-relevant training and professional development

Long service awards

Clear pathways for career progression

Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an employee-first and family-owned principal contractor and more.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.

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