Quantity Surveyor - Signalling and Communication


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£400 to £450 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B4 7UL
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	27 Nov 2026

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Summary

Your new company

You will be joining a leading consultancy supporting the delivery of a major UK rail infrastructure programme. Due to ongoing requirements across its commercial team, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC contract experience to support a Signalling & Communications package. The position can be based in either Birmingham or London on a hybrid basis.

Your new role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial and contractual management of a major rail systems package. Your responsibilities will include:

NEC3/NEC4 contract administration

Managing applications for payment and payment assessments

Managing compensation events and change control

Preparing and maintaining commercial correspondence

Cost forecasting and commercial reporting

Cost validation and verification

Risk and opportunity management

Supporting procurement and tender activities where required

Commercial assurance and governance

Claims management and dispute avoidance

Final account management and contract close-out

What you'll need to succeed

You will need strong Quantity Surveying and commercial management experience with demonstrable knowledge of NEC contracts. Previous experience within rail signalling, telecommunications, communications or rail systems would be highly desirable, although this is not essential where you can demonstrate strong NEC commercial experience within a relevant infrastructure environment.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a long-term 12-month+ contract, with the potential for extension based on ongoing resource requirements. The role is inside IR35, offers hybrid working from either Birmingham or London, and the rate will be dependent on your experience and suitability.

What you need to do now

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