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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Rail

Octavius Infrastructure
Greater Manchester
3 days ago
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We are recruiting for a two Senior Quantity Surveyors to join us here at Octavius.


We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.


We are working on a number of large rail project in addition to a number of Access for All schemes in the North West and Central region.  Due to the large geographical reach of the region, we'd be open to candidates living and commuting to the North West of England, the West Midlands, and Buckinghamshire/Greater London.


 


You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

  • You will be responsible for the robust commercial management of a variety of projects. This includes overseeing financial performance, managing costs, conducting procurement processes, and maintaining accurate financial logs and reports.
  • You will work closely with customers and stakeholders to support successful project delivery, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and achieving business plan commitments.
  • You will work on your own project and collaborate closely with the other site's commercial team to look for efficiencies.

 


You'll receive…. (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.


 


About you…. (what you are skilled at)

  • Practical experience in a quantity surveying role in a civil engineering environment, working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.
  • NEC Contracts experience is essential.
  • Experience working on a Network Rail Framework is advantageous.

 


You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

  • Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related course
    (or equivalent qualification / relevant experience)
  • Hold or working towards a professional membership with a recognised and relevant
    Professional body i.e. Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Chartered
    Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) (desirable)
  • CSCS card holder (desirable)

 


Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.

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