Senior Quantity Surveyor

Vvb ENG; Acton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Acton is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a prestigious HS2 project. You will manage contracts, lead payments, and ensure compliance while fostering stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree and experience in MEP and NEC contracts. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development support, and the opportunity to work on a high-profile project.

Benefits

Support for ongoing personal and professional development

Full RICS training courses access

Qualifications

• Minimum site presence of 3 days a week.
• Experience in controlling costs and managing risks.
• Ability to contribute to project financial monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 Option C Contracts.
• Lead valuation of contractor payment applications.
• Provide risk advice to project teams.

Skills

Cost control for self-delivery works

Proactive project change management

Negotiation skills

MEP Experience

Stakeholder relationship management

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

Job title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Old Oak Common/ Acton
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000

VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical, and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. Combining robust processes with specialist agility, our approach to projects always prioritises the best interests of our clients, our people, and the environment.

At VVB, our CORE Values define who we are, guiding our behaviours and decision-making across all levels. These values aren’t just principles - they represent the pillars of our company vision.

C – Care & Collaboration
O – Opportunity & Ownership
R – Responsibility & Respect
E – Excellence & End Result Focus

About the Anthro JV:
The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team and play a key role in a prestigious HS2 rail project. You will leverage your extensive experience in both pre and post-contract management and procurement within the UK rail sector to drive efficiencies and foster effective supply chain engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with major project experience to take the next step in their career and receive full support for personal growth and development. We are committed to helping you reach your career goals, offering access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership, and ongoing career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer NEC3/4 Option C Contracts.
• Establish and manage entitlements, focusing on gaining full entitlement under Subcontract terms.
• Lead the review and valuation of contractor payment applications in line with contractual terms and conditions.
• Liaise and negotiate with the Customer’s Commercial and Project teams.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure commercial records are maintained in accordance with contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues.
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices, including Early Warning Notices and notifications of Compensation Events.
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial, Technical, and Construction Delivery teams.
• Monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects.
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules.

Key Qualifications & Experience:
Essential:

• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Experienced in controlling costs for selfdelivery works
• Ability to contribute to project financial monitoring and reporting
• Experienced in proactive project change and risk management
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Educated to degree level
• MEP Experience
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts
• Experienced in negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money.
• Have, or be working towards, chartership of a relevant institution
• Experience in managing and developing assistant and intermediate-level commercial team members.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Support for ongoing personal and professional development.
• Access to full RICS training courses and pathways to chartership.
• The opportunity to work on one of the most prestigious rail projects in the UK.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Why Join Anthro?

By joining us, you’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering innovative engineering solutions for one of Europe’s largest infrastructure projects. We offer:

• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• The chance to work on a high-profile, state-of-the-art project.
• Career development and opportunities to grow with the business.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and share our commitment to excellence, we’d love to hear from you!