We are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join Octavius, supporting our work on the Southern Renewals Enterprise (SRE), a 10-year programme transforming how rail renewals are delivered across Network Rail's Southern region.
As one of a small number of Project 13 enterprise agreements, SRE represents a step change in how the industry collaborates and delivers making this a rare opportunity to be part of a truly integrated, long-term programme.
This is an opportunity to take a leading commercial role within our Electrification & Plant (E&P) package.
You'll take ownership of a portfolio of works valued at c.£35m per year, overseeing the commercial performance of a high volume of fast-paced distribution projects within the E&P framework.
Operating in a high-tempo, delivery-focused environment, you will:
- Lead the commercial management across high volume, small scale projects
- Oversee a team of 12 (Graduates and Apprentices, QS, SQS and consultants)
- Drive cost control, forecasting and reporting
- Ensure effective contract administration and proactive risk and opportunity management
The SRE is delivered under Project 13 enterprise principles, bringing together partners in a more integrated, collaborative model focused on long-term outcomes and performance.
For more insight into the programme and the work we're delivering:
- A New Era for Rail Renewals Delivery
- SRE E&P team achieve record-breaking weekend in CP7
You'll be part of a collaborative enterprise team, working closely with:
- Internal commercial and E&P delivery teams
- Network Rail and key programme partners
- A diverse and active supply chain
This is a role that requires strong stakeholder management and clear leadership, particularly within a busy, high-volume framework.
We offer a competitive rewards package, including:
- Company Car scheme
- Private Healthcare
- Pension and Life Assurance
- 25 days Annual Leave + your birthday off
- Hybrid working (typically London / site c.3 days per week)
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
You're a confident commercial leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume delivery environments, managing multiple projects without losing grip on performance, detail or team engagement.
You'll bring:
- Proven experience operating at Managing QS or Senior QS level across multiple projects
- Strong people leadership, with experience managing and developing teams
- The ability to prioritise across a high volume of live projects
- Solid knowledge of contract administration, cost control and commercial reporting, with experience working under NEC contracts
- Confidence in commercial decision-making and stakeholder engagement
- A proactive approach to managing risk, performance and outcomes
- A collaborative style with the ability to influence at all levels
If you're looking for a role where you can lead a team, influence performance and be part of a long-term, high-profile rail programme, we'd love to hear from you.
