Railway NEC Senior Quantity Surveyor

Are you a Project Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor with NEC Contract experience on Rail Infrastructure?
Do you have experience working contractor-side on infrastructure schemes?
Job Title: Project Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor (Rail)
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid - flexible working available)
Rate: £350 - £450 per day (IR35 dependant on assessment)
Contract: Long-Term Contract Opportunity
Start Date: ASAP
Looking for a long-term rail commercial contract where you can take ownership of major NEC rail projects within a growing and flexible business?
This is an opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support delivery across a portfolio of rail infrastructure projects, including a £3m Access for All design & build scheme and a long-term ticket validator and gate programme running through to 2027/2028.
Where you will add value:
- Managing commercial activities across NEC rail infrastructure projects
- Supporting delivery of NEC Option A lump sum contracts and wider framework schemes
- Managing valuations, variations, subcontract management, and cost reporting
- Working closely with operational teams to support successful project delivery
- Supporting commercial governance across civils, structures, and rail projects
- Providing accurate commercial reporting and cost control throughout project lifecycles
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Previous experience operating as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within rail, civils, or structures
- Strong NEC contract experience, particularly NEC Option A and/or Option C
- Contractor-side experience preferred
- Ability to manage projects through the full commercial lifecycle
- Rail infrastructure project experience highly desirable
Why this contract stands out:
- Long-term contract opportunity with secured project pipeline
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of rail civil schemes
- Flexible working environment with hybrid options available
- Opportunity to work within a growing family-run business with a strong project pipeline
- Fast interview process and immediate requirement
If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term rail contract with strong project exposure and flexibility, get in touch for a confidential discussion.