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Senior Quantity Surveyor

SCS Railways

Management London, UK FULL TIME

Overview

Join the HS2 project as a Commercial Manager, leading documentation, cost control, and contract management for a major UK infrastructure undertaking. We offer flexible working arrangements and are committed to professional development.
  • Lead efficient and accurate contract documentation management.
  • Manage cost reports, forecasts, and budget adherence.
  • Oversee subcontract placement and final account agreements.
  • Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks and opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and safety management systems.
  • Utilize advanced Excel skills and possess strong contract experience.

About the role

This role is based on the HS2 project, the UK's new high-speed rail network, and is part of the Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. The scope involves twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks, and site compound construction.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including part-time, remote working, or compressed hours. Flexibility can be discussed at the interview stage.

Main Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the efficient and effective management and issue of accurate, timely, and contract-compliant documentation.
  • Work closely with project management and engineering teams, and liaise with the Employer's commercial team and client team.
  • Produce documentation/evidence to demonstrate KPI achievement.
  • Progress continuous own professional development.
  • Be competent in the application of IT skills to commercial management and the production of project documentation.
  • Demonstrate and maintain commercial and technical knowledge, working closely with technical staff to develop appropriate techniques and solutions for the project.
  • Assist with the preparation of periodic progress valuations and claims for work completed.
  • Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and contract budget reports.
  • Maintain effective, accurate cost control.
  • Ensure contractual and commercial risks and opportunities for realizing efficiencies are identified to the Project and Commercial Managers.
  • Ensure risk registers and contingency are accurately maintained.
  • Review value management proposals.
  • Ensure effective and consistent implementation of the SCS Commercial Policy and procedures.
  • Identify and provide appropriate, timely information to support the change control process.
  • Support the procurement team through tenders, including producing subcontract documentation.
  • Manage subcontracts from initial order placement to final account.
  • Prepare, review, and complete subcontract documentation.
  • Prepare and agree interim applications for payment.
  • Prepare and agree final accounts with subcontractors.
  • Maintain registers of variations, delay, extension times, and claims.
  • Understand the Client and Joint Venture Partners' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the company's operations and ensure their implementation within their discipline.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

  • Relevant Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or equivalent relevant industry experience.
  • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel.

Desirable

  • Strong contract experience.
  • Experience with Power BI.
  • Experience in Rail or Infrastructure projects.
  • A problem-solving, can-do approach.

SCS JV is committed to developing its employees and offers opportunities for additional responsibility, networking, and community engagement. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria.

Key details

Location
London, UK
Posted
3 October 2026
Type
FULL TIME