Are you an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of high-profile rail infrastructure schemes?

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Rail Framework team. You will play a pivotal commercial role in delivering Access for All (AfA) station upgrades across four key sites in the Greater Manchester region—improving accessibility and leaving a lasting positive impact on public transit.

This role offers a supportive, forward-thinking environment designed to elevate your career, broaden your management responsibilities, and sharpen your major-framework expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial & Cost Management: Drive accurate commercial reporting, forecasting, cost control, and change management (identifying, measuring, and pricing variations) to maximize profitability targets.

• Subcontractor Accounts: Oversee the end-to-end management of supply chain accounts—from procurement and valuations to variations, payments, and final accounts.

• Contractual Compliance: Ensure all operations strictly align with NEC3 contract terms, corporate governance, and business standards.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Delivery, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to provide clear commercial insight and operational support.

• Team Leadership: Line manage, mentor, and develop direct reports, fostering competence and career progression across your commercial team.

What We Are Looking For

Essential:

• Main Contractor Civils/Rail Experience: Proven background in a main contractor environment with a strong track record in procurement and subcontract management.

• Rail & NEC3 Expertise: Demonstrable experience operating within the rail sector and working under NEC3 forms of contract.

• Qualifications: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent commercial discipline) with an active CSCS card.

• Leadership & Stakeholder Management: Strong team management skills with proven capability in resolving complex accounts and disputes.

Desirable:

• Working towards or holding professional chartership (MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent).