Rail Quantity Surveyor

Are you a freelance Quantity Surveyor looking for your next contract opportunity?
Do you have experience delivering commercial management across large-scale infrastructure, rail, or civil engineering projects?

Location:

London
Working Pattern:
Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home
Sector:
Rail & Infrastructure
Rate: £500 - £600 PAYE
This is an opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a major rail infrastructure project in London. The role will focus on commercial management, cost control, contract administration, and supporting the successful delivery of complex civil engineering works.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage commercial activities in line with contract requirements and project objectives

· Prepare and assess applications, valuations, payment certificates, and cost/value reconciliations

· Support cost forecasting, cost control, monthly reporting, and cash flow management

· Manage contractual notices, correspondence, and commercial records

· Identify and support the management of commercial risks

· Provide contract administration support and contractual advice to project teams

· Prepare supply chain enquiries, negotiate subcontract packages, and support contract close-out

· Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders

· Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation
 
Experience Required

· Quantity Surveying experience within rail, infrastructure, construction, or civil engineering projects

· Strong background in commercial management and cost control

· Experience managing valuations, payments, contracts, and project reporting

· Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent relevant industry experience

· Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

· Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes

· Right to work in the UK

Desirable Experience

· NEC contract experience

· Major infrastructure project experience

· Rail, tunnelling, or heavy civils background

· Experience with Power BI or commercial reporting systems
 
Project Experience

· The project involves complex infrastructure works, including tunnelling, underground structures, utilities, earthworks, and civil engineering packages. Experience working on similar large-scale projects would be beneficial.

· Candidates must be able to work from Euston, North Acton, or West Ruislip locations on a hybrid basis (3 days office / 2 days home)