Job Description

Job Introduction

We are seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our HS2 London Tunnels contract, working within the Engineering Services Team.


About the role:


As Managing Quantity Surveyor working in the Enabling Functions as part of the Engineering Services Team you will be responsible for the commercial management of all activities associated with the delivery of ground water management subcontract and support the co-ordination and commercial administration of the framework and NEC Option G subcontracts containing design elements.


You will be commercially leading various tasks primarily associated with asset protection design activities under Framework subcontracts and NEC Option G subcontracts which cover ground movement assessments, mitigation designs, structural inspections, settlement deeds and temporary works associated with the protection of assets during the construction of the Works. You will be involved with all aspects of the project lifecycle, seeking to minimise the costs of the project and enhance value for money whilst achieving the required standards and quality in accordance with contract and Customer's and/or Contract Leader expectations. You will be expected to work independently reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager.

Flexible working:

We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role.


Main Responsibilities

As Managing Quantity Surveyor , you will commercially lead on various Asset Protection activities involving design of the asset protection working with the Delivery Unit Asset Protection teams (including the Area Asset Projection Quantity Surveyors). You will be expected to provide reasoned advice, demonstrate depth of knowledge and you will be expected to:

Administer contract conditions and subcontract terms ensuring compliance with contractual obligations; Undertake budget forecasting and cost control supporting and taking responsibility for Contract Financial Control and Reporting, including Cash Flow Management; Undertake management and assessment of Variations and Change; Be responsible for ensuring the management of project insurances and claims in the event that such should apply (and to be aware of possible claims that may arise associated with Asset Protection. You may be required to support sub-contract enquiries, sub-contract Tender evaluation, sub-contract negotiation. You will be required to provide oversight of the various Asset Protection subcontractors involving design ensuring changes to their subcontracts are commercially managed and fairly assessed and value recovery is clear (i.e the causes of change are clearly understood and documented).
The Ideal Candidate
Degree or equivalent level qualification in Quantity Surveying or related construction subject Strong Problem Solving Can-Do Approach - preferably subcontract and change management experience Independent working Very Good Knowledge in Microsoft Excel Preferably Experience in Design and Rail or Infrastructure projects Preferably qualified to ICES or RICS accreditation and Relevant CSCS Card

About The Company

The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK's new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services


The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.


You'll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join our EDI Champions program or support the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).


Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.


HS2 - working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR) and will be reported to HS2.


It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use", OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture 's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation


SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.

Please see the disability confident commitments:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-1-disability-confident-committed

To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:

A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities*
Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role*