48 civils quantity surveyor jobs found in London

OCS are currently working with a well-established rail and civils contractor operating across London and the South East, who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a pivotal role for a commercially-minded professional with proven rail and civil engineering experience , who thrives on managing project budgets, controlling costs, and delivering value across complex infrastructure projects. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for one or more rail or civils projects, working closely with project and site teams to ensure financial control, compliance, and commercial success from inception through to completion. Key responsibilities include: Managing project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts specific to rail and civil engineering projects Preparing and negotiating interim valuations, variations, and final accounts Procuring and managing subcontract...

Opportunities for NEC proficient civils Quantity Surveyors exist on the HS2 projects in London (West Ruislip/South Ruislip/North Acton and surrounding areas). Experience managing subcontractor accounts for tier one UK Contractors on rail/large infrastructure projects is sought. Your key responsibilities will include - Inputting to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation. Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and provide input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow and budget. Preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates. Assisting with Risk and Value Management to optimise solution. Monitor and regularly review with the project team. Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks. Contract Management,...

Leading international engineering company is looking for either a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor level candidate for a long term contract opportunity. This position will see you work on a major engineering programme in Dublin which is being delivered from the UK but, will require travel to Ireland for a couple of days every fortnight with all expenses paid. We are looking for candidates who ideally have experience of procurement through to contract management using the NEC contract within a rail or infrastructure sector. Key Responsibilities: Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules Lead on commercial review and valuation of contractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement Provide proactive advice and...

Freelance: to 500 per day Ltd (Inside 1r35). Based: City of London A global civils contractor who have been involved in some of the most prestigious projects in the UK are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor for a major rail infrastructure project. The suitable individual will take up a key role in looking and tying up sub-contract orders and placement for key packages like earthworks and structures, reporting into the Commercial Manager. Required Background: Ability to manage large, complex civils packages Ideally worked for a tier 1 contractor Strong NEC and major infrastructure experience (in the UK) Good client interfacing skills Degree qualified or Chartered Strong reporting and contract administration skills

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Major Energy Infrastructure West London 80k - 95k + Package This is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected and financially robust infrastructure contractors - a business with an extensive track record of delivering complex, high-profile projects across the energy, transportation and water sectors in the UK and abroad. With a multi-billion pound order book and operations spanning Europe, North America and Australia, this is a contractor that offers genuine long-term career progression and exposure to an exciting, varied pipeline of projects. The Project You'll be joining at the very beginning of what will become one of the most significant energy infrastructure projects in the UK. This is a landmark 400m+ scheme within the power transmission sector - a nationally critical development that will directly enable the country's digital and energy infrastructure growth for decades to come. Construction is mobilising later...

Quantity Surveyor Tunnelling & Civil Engineering Location: London Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Salary: Competitive Salary + Package (DOE) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure works across London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex heavy civils, shafts, tunnelling, and infrastructure projects across the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role within the commercial team, taking responsibility for the financial and contractual management of projects from pre-construction through to final account. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring commercial performance is effectively managed while supporting successful project delivery. You will work closely with operational teams, clients,...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Civils / Structures / Cut & Carve London EC1 A leading self-delivery engineering contractor is looking to appoint an additional Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the continued growth of its London operations. With a turnover exceeding 400m and a strong secured pipeline of work, this position has been created due to sustained growth and offers excellent long-term career prospects within a well-established and expanding business. The successful candidate will ideally have: Civils / structures / basements / cut & carve projects experience Relevant university degree Strong in commercial management and project delivery Team leadership and stakeholder management Central London projects experience (preferred) This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior QS looking to join a contractor with a strong market reputation, complex project exposure, and a clear pathway for progression into senior leadership roles.

I'm working with a well-respected civil engineering contractor known for delivering complex groundworks, concrete, and structural projects across London and the South East. They're looking for a strong Senior Quantity Surveyor - someone with solid experience, ideally coming from another major civils contractor, who's ready to take real commercial ownership of key schemes. You'll be involved in some technically challenging projects - so they're after someone who genuinely understands construction methodology, plant, and materials , and can spot change early by getting into the detail of drawings and specifications. If you're confident pricing variations from first principles , have a good grounding in NEC contracts (Option A/C experience is a bonus), and know how to work with planners on programme impacts (Clause 62), this role will suit you perfectly. What you'll be doing: Managing the commercial performance of groundworks, concrete, and structural packages...

I'm working with a well-respected civil engineering contractor known for delivering complex groundworks, concrete, and structural projects across London and the South East. They're looking for a strong Senior Quantity Surveyor - someone with solid experience, ideally coming from another major civils contractor, who's ready to take real commercial ownership of key schemes click apply for full job details

I m currently working with a growing specialist construction consultancy to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor into their London team, supporting the delivery of major renewable energy schemes across the UK. This is an opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy operating in one of the most exciting sectors in construction right now, with projects spanning: Wind Farms across Scotland Solar developments across the South Battery Storage projects Waste-to-Energy schemes The team is particularly interested in candidates with renewable energy or wider energy sector experience, although they are also very open to strong Quantity Surveyors from utilities, civils, heavy infrastructure or major engineering environments. You ll join a commercially focused team delivering both pre and post contract services, although strong post-contract experience is considered essential for this hire. Projects are typically delivered under FIDIC contracts, with some NEC exposure also...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor A bit about us Vextrix was founded to create a socially conscious business, where all of our clients and staff feel valued. In our growing business we create an environment for our team where each individual can develop and progress, benefitting from the experience of our senior team and exciting opportunities with our clients. Collaboratively, we all live our values and deliver on our unique guarantees which is why our clients trust us as their consultant of choice. A bit about you If you are seeking an opportunity as an Assistant QS/Quantity Surveyor, who is looking for variety and technically challenging projects in infrastructure, particularly Rail, this role is for you. A bit about the role We are looking for an Assistant QS/Quantity Surveyor to become a part of our team, based in our London office; working on and supporting project delivery across a variety of infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will be...

Are you a Quantity Surveyor with a proven track record of working on major civils infrastructure projects? Do you have an excellent understanding of NEC form contract? Location: Northwest London Duration: 12 months Rate: DOE IR35: Inside - Umbrella This role offers hybrid working 4 x days in the office, 1 x day from home. Our client is a main contractor delivering heavy civils work on HS2. Due to an increase in work, they require a Quantity Surveyor to work closely with the delivery team on the project . As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for subcontractor management, assessing applications for payment, project forecasting, cost control and reporting final accounts while working closely with the site-team and client. Requirements: Previously worked on NEC Contracts Major Construction/Civil/Infrastructure experience Previously worked for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Contractor experience Sub-Contractor management experience A minimum of 3 years+ working as a Senior...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Rail Infrastructure JV London Salary: £58,000 to £70,000 + package Hybrid working The Project My client is a high-profile joint venture delivering one of the most technically demanding civil engineering contracts in the UK and they are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The project involves construction of twin-bored TBM tunnels, Sprayed Concrete Lining, shaft sinking, bridge reconstruction, bulk earthworks, and major services diversions on a long term, multi billion £ programme. The Role This is a senior commercial position with real scope to have an impact on this major project - you'll lead on contract management and cost control, work closely with project and engineering teams, and manage subcontract accounts from placement through to final account. You'll also be expected to mentor and support more junior members of the commercial team, and to engage directly with the client's commercial representatives. What You'll...

Project Quantity Surveyor sought by leading project developer pioneering the delivery of Renewable Energy assets throughout the UK. The successful Quantity Surveyor will support project delivery, taking responsibility from the project development team, supporting the closure of contracts and managing them through construction and handover to operations. Projects you will support include the UK's largest Energy Storage Assets (MW), H2 Ready Thermal Power Plants and Green Hydrogen Electrolysis Assets. These projects will involve the installation of high value equipment, M&E and civils activity. The ideal Quantity Surveyor will be comfortable overseeing risk and value management whilst driving the performance of sub-contractors and managing quality. A background in M&E, Renewables, O&G, Thermal power generation or other large-scale Infrastructure (Data Centres, Civil Infra etc) would be suitable. Project Quantity Surveyor key requirements Ability to demonstrate...

About the Role An established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic project teams working in the rail sector. The successful candidate will be the Commercial Lead on a portfolio of projects working within the different sectors of our specialist rail business, including Civils, OLE, P-Way, ETE, Energy and Infrastructure. Projects range in value from £5,000 to £5,000,000. Key Responsibilities Maintain positive relationships with Clients, Senior Management and Staff at all times Produce high standard of Client Commercial submissions including Applications for Payment and Variations submissions to enable timely agreement and ensure payment is received on time and WIP minimised Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Finance and other Stakeholders to provide accurate Commercial reports to Clients and Senior Management Manage costs and forecasts against contractual baseline Procure...

The Company Our client is one of the UK s fastest-growing Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Consultancies, delivering high-profile projects across the Aviation, Transport, Energy, and Utilities sectors. Renowned for their dynamic culture and long-term client partnerships, they are a trusted delivery partner on major UK airport and aviation infrastructure frameworks, offering strong job security and genuine long-term career development. The Opportunity Due to significant project wins and continued expansion within the aviation infrastructure market, the company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its established and growing London-based aviation team. This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced QS to take commercial responsibility for major airport and airside infrastructure projects, including terminal developments, runway and taxiway works, and complex aviation civils. You will play a key role in client engagement, team leadership, and commercial...

THE COMPANY Our client is one of the UK s fastest growing Civil Engineering Consultancies, with an expanding presence in key infrastructure sectors and a robust pipeline of secured projects. With a strong foothold in the Civil Engineering space, they are heavily involved in a range of high-profile projects across Energy, Environmental, and Utilities sectors. As a key delivery partner on a number of long-term frameworks, the business offers real security and career progression at a time when many others in the industry are facing uncertainty. THE POSITION As part of their strategic growth plans and due to continued project wins, the company is now looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their London office. This role presents a great opportunity for an experienced QS to take ownership of project delivery, liaise directly with clients, and provide key commercial support on a variety of civil infrastructure schemes. You will be given autonomy and responsibility, with a...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing commercial team, delivering high-profile civil engineering and infrastructure projects. In this role, you will take full commercial responsibility for key packages of work under the NEC form of contract. Working closely with project delivery teams, you will ensure cost efficiency, contractual compliance, and robust financial forecasting throughout the project lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role on major infrastructure schemes, including rail and complex civils projects. Key Responsibilities Manage and administer NEC contracts (main contracts and subcontracts) Lead cost control processes, valuations, and change management Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim and final accounts Provide accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and cost analysis Support procurement strategies and subcontract management activities Work collaboratively with project managers,...

One of the regions leading Civil Engineering Consultancies is actively looking to recruit multiple Quantity Surveyors to work on some recently awarded Rail projects as part of a large framework. THE COMPANY The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK and has a strong pipeline of projects across a number of sectors. With a strong presence within Civils and Infrastructure they are working on a large number of projects across Rail, Highways and Utilities. Being a key member of a number of frameworks this provides the business with long term security which is particular important given the current climate. THE POSITION On the back of a recently awarded Rail framework they are actively looking to recruit a number Quantity Surveyors at Intermediate and Senior level to be based from London. The appointed individuals will be given the opportunity to manage projects as a stand alone Quantity Surveyor, and have full exposure to clients. G THE CANDIDATE The...

Due to an increase in workload within their Water sector, our client, a top Utility Contractor are seeking the services of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support their works which include Mains Replacements, Pumping Stations and Water Treatment Works. Based from their offices in West London, daily duties will include overseeing Sub Contractor Accounts, Cost Reporting/CVRs, Variations and attending Commercial Meetings with the Client and Senior Management. To be considered you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and have a minimum of 5 years experience within Civil Engineering and ideally Water gained with Main Contractors. In return, an excellent day rate is on offer along with an immediate start and long term contract. Great opening so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.