Quantity Surveyor – Station Upgrade

Overview

You will manage the commercial/contractual aspects for the tunnelling section of a major London station upgrade. Working under a Managing QS, you’ll oversee subcontractors, cost reporting, and change management to support on-site delivery. You’ll collaborate with procurement, assist in tender activities, and provide commercial analysis for packages. This role combines hands-on contract administration with financial forecasting to maximise value and ensure compliance with NEC3 and client procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the tunnelling sections contracts and payments under the project structure
• Administer subcontractors and sub-consultants per contract and company systems
• Handle subcontract types (Option A/C and E) and professional services agreements
• Oversee monthly valuation and payment processes for each package
• Lead subcontract change management, including compensation events and early warnings
• Provide commercial support to construction/design teams and assist procurement on commercial matters
• Assist in ITT preparation and commercial tender evaluations
• Produce monthly cost reports with cost/value/variance analyses
• Create cost spread forecasts and programme analysis
• Support change management and entitlement under the main contract
• Load new subcontractors, change orders, and certifications using COINS or equivalent systems
• Report to Managing QS on commercial/financial aspects

Key requirements

• Excellent English communication (written and verbal)
• Degree level or equivalent in construction, commercial, or related discipline
• Experience in NEC3 contract environment
• Experience on large civil engineering/infrastructure/tunnelling projects
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability
• Team player with accountable, value-driven service mindset
• Demonstrable commercial awareness
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook; CSCS Card – yellow
• Desirable: RICS or CIOB membership (not essential)

• Strong communication
• Team collaboration
• Problem solving
• NEC3 contract experience
• Cost reporting and forecasting
• Change management and compensation events

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