Quantity Surveyor – Rail / Civils
Barrow-in-Furness (Office-Based)
12-Month Contract (Likely Extension)
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our client, supporting the commercial delivery of rail infrastructure projects.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work across construction and civil engineering projects, taking full responsibility for commercial management from tender stage through to final account.
⚠️ Please note: This is an office-based role in Barrow-in-Furness and is not suitable for remote working.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage projects commercially from tender through to final account
- Prepare and price tender estimates (small and large projects)
- Maintain and manage costing systems and reporting
- Liaise and negotiate with clients on variations and contractual matters
- Conduct site visits to measure works and assess new tenders
- Review project documentation, identifying risks and requirements
- Prepare monthly payment applications and resolve discrepancies
- Work closely with internal teams and client-side QS professionals
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, civils, or infrastructure
- Experience working on rail projects (e.g. Network Rail environments)
- Strong background in estimating, tendering, and programme management
- Solid knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and commercial priorities
Company Information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.