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Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - HS2 Rail Project - London
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 + Travel Allowance + Package
Locations: Old Oak Common (near Acton) or Elephant & Castle
We are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to join a leading main contractor delivering the Mechanical & Electrical systems on HS2's flagship Old Oak Common Station.
This is a rare opportunity to play a key role on one of the UK's most high-profile rail projects, with long-term secured work, major responsibility, and genuine career progression.
We are open to applicants who are already operating at Commercial Manager level or experienced Managing QS professionals with strong NEC and sector expertise who are ready to step up.
The Role
Take commercial lead across major packages of MEP works on HS2
Manage subcontract procurement, negotiation, change and final accounts
Oversee NEC3/NEC4 contract administration (upstream and downstream)
Provide clear commercial and risk advice to senior leadership and project teams
Produce CVRs, cost forecasts, margin improvement plans and robust financial reporting
Draft contractual notices, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events
Build strong working relationships with client teams, subcontractors and stakeholders
Lead and mentor junior commercial staff within the project teamCandidate Requirements
Proven track record as a Commercial Manager or Managing QS within UK rail, infrastructure, or major projects
Hands-on experience with NEC3/NEC4 contracts (essential)
Strong subcontract management and dispute resolution background
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Degree-qualified and/or RICS accredited (or working towards) desirable
MEP experience or background with main contractors / joint ventures highly beneficial
Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)What's on Offer
£70,000 - £90,000 base salary (depending on experience)
Travel allowance + full benefits package (25 days leave, private pension contributions, private healthcare, paid professional fees)
Long-term secured project work on HS2
Structured support for RICS pathways and career development
Minimum 3 days per week on site (Old Oak Common or Elephant & Castle)Apply today if you are a Managing Quantity Surveyor ready to step up, or an established Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.
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