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Are you a Cost Engineer with experience working for main contractors on construction projects? Do you have Cost Control experience in labour, plant, or materials?Salary: £30,000 – £34,000 per annum Location: Wednesbury, on site 5 days per weekThis is an excellent opportunity to join a leading rail contractor within their Urban/light rail division, supporting a major depot operation. You’ll take ownership of cost control activities, invoice processing, and financial administration across a high-volume, fast-paced delivery environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering and finance teams, you’ll ensure that plant, labour, material and subcontractor costs are accurately recorded, challenged where required, and aligned to project budgets. The role offers strong exposure to major civils and rail infrastructure, with genuine opportunities to build deeper commercial expertise in a supportive and collaborative team.Essential Requirements:<ul>
<li>Experience in a cost engineering or cost control role within construction, rail, civils or engineering environments, or substantial experience as a Cost Clerk handling cost control and invoicing tasks</li><li>Strong understanding of construction project cost elements including plant, labour, materials, depot operations and subcontract packages</li><li>Demonstrable experience processing invoices, checking alignment with purchase orders and ensuring accurate cost allocation</li><li>Confidence engaging with suppliers to query costs, challenge discrepancies and ensure accurate charging</li><li>Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (such as Quantity Surveying, Engineering or Construction Management) is preferred</li><li>Familiarity with cost control systems such as Copernic, JADE, LISA or similar</li><li>Membership of ACostE or a similar professional body is advantageous</li></ul>
Nice to Have:<ul>
<li>Background in civils disciplines such as drainage, piling or concrete works</li><li>Experience working at scale with high-volume invoicing or large monthly cost cycles</li><li>Prior work in depot or maintenance environments</li><li>Ability to support elements of change control and cost impact analysis</li></ul>
Interested? Get in touch with Emily today: &lt;email address removed&gt; or &lt;phone number removed&gt; .

Carrington West Limited

Cost Engineer Rail

Are you a Senior Commercial Manager with experience of major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor? Do you have pre and post-contract expertise, ideally across a major programme of works? Location: Central London Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days from home Salary: £100,000 to £110,000 per annum (dependent on experience) About the Role We are seeking an Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead to support a main contractor on a multitude of rail signalling projects. Due to the nature of the work, only candidates with experience of major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor can be considered for this opportunity. This role is ideal for a commercially astute Commercial Manager with strong pre and post-contract experience, as well as proven ability to lead a commercial team. As a Commercial Lead, the successful candidate will take ownership of contract review, subcontractor negotiation, supplier management, and ensuring robust commercial performance across the partnership. Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Deliver all aspects of pre and post-contract commercial management.</li><li>Lead a commercial unit consisting of commercial managers and quantity surveyors.</li><li>Undertake contract reviews and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.</li><li>Oversee procurement and supply chain management.</li><li>Manage variations, valuations, and cost forecasting.</li></ul>
 Essential<ul>
<li>Experience on major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor.</li><li>Confident in contract reviews and subcontractor negotiation.</li></ul>
 Desirable<ul>
<li>Signalling project experience</li><li>Rail partnership experience</li></ul>

Commercial Lead

Rail Contract Manager - PhilippinesLead Contract Delivery on a Landmark Metro Project A global leader in infrastructure recruitment is partnering with a major international consultancy to appoint an experienced Rail Contract Manager for a highprofile Metro programme in the Philippines. This is a rare opportunity to join a flagship project from day one and play a pivotal role on behalf of the end client. The OpportunityJoin a consultancy recognised worldwide for delivering complex rail and infrastructure programmes. You'll become a key member of the clientside team, shaping commercial strategy and ensuring contractual excellence throughout the lifecycle of Contract Package for the Civil element of the Depot. This is a longterm assignment offering stability, influence, and the chance to contribute to one of Southeast Asia's most significant rail investments. Core Responsibilities<ul><li>Managing contract and commercial administration for the package alongside the Chief ContractFinancial Manager.</li><li>Leading and mentoring contract staff, including two Contract Administrators and two Cost Engineers.</li><li>Providing expert interpretation of FIDIC Pink Book provisions and advising internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Reviewing and responding to contractor and PMO correspondence, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and contractual compliance.</li><li>Drafting, reviewing, and refining commercial letters, including those initiated by sitebased Senior Resident Engineers.</li></ul> Candidate Profile<ul><li>Degreequalified in a relevant discipline.</li><li>20+ years' experience in major infrastructure projects</li><li>10+ years in rail or metro environments.</li><li>Strong FIDIC expertise - Pink &amp; Yellow Book experience preferred.</li><li>ODA/JICA project exposure highly advantageous.</li><li>Regional experience in Southeast Asia beneficial.</li></ul> Package &amp; BenefitsUSD $10,000-$13,000 per month (taxfree)Accommodation allowanceLongterm international assignment with a globally respected consultancy. Keywords / SEORail, Metro, Urban Rail, Contract Manager, FIDIC, Track, Civils, Station, MEP, Elevated, Contract Specialist, Consultancy, Claims, Quantity Surveying, QS, Project Controls, Design &amp; Build, Construction Supervision, Consulting Engineer, Southeast Asia, Philippines, Manila, World Bank, ADB, JICA, EBRD ewi is an international consultancy specialising in the search and selection of worldclass engineering and construction professionals. We recruit both expatriate and local experts for major global infrastructure programmes. For further details on senior international opportunities, contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment: o.jones(at)ewi-group.comewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

ewi Recruitment

Rail Contract Manager - Philippines

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Location: Bristol / Swindon Type: Permanent A leading civil engineering organisation is dedicated to delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a team based in Bristol and Swindon, responsible for the robust commercial management of a range of projects delivered under a long-term stations and buildings maintenance and renewals framework running to 2029. The works include canopies, buildings, depots, platform structures, car parks, and subways.You will play a key role in the successful delivery of this framework, ensuring projects are managed effectively, remain commercially compliant, and meet contractual and business plan commitments.<h3> </h3><h3>The Role:</h3> <ul><li>Managing all project costs in line with contractual agreements</li><li>Overseeing financial performance, ensuring profit targets and efficiency savings are achieved</li><li>Administering change control processes and meeting contractual timescales</li><li>Identifying, managing, and mitigating risks and opportunities</li><li>Delivering compliant procurement processes and managing the supply chain</li><li>Handling commercial queries and providing advice on contractual and dispute matters</li><li>Monitoring project progress through site visits, financial logs, and forecasts</li><li>Preparing for and attending monthly cost review meetings, identifying variations and actions</li><li>Ensuring compliance with internal assurance processes, client requirements, and legislation</li><li>Working closely with project teams, clients, and suppliers to promote collaboration and professionalism</li></ul> <h3>About you:</h3>You are confident building strong working relationships and influencing others. You demonstrate resilience and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. You can work independently, manage competing demands, and bring strong organisational and analytical capabilities. <ul><li>Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role</li><li>Background within a civil engineering environment</li><li>Experience working with NEC contracts</li><li>A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline</li><li>Professional membership of RICS or CICES (desirable)</li></ul> <h3>Benefits:</h3>A competitive rewards package including a company car scheme, private healthcare, pension, life assurance, and 25 days' annual leave plus a birthday day off. Additional benefits include hybrid working, enhanced maternity and paternity packages, and opportunities for personal and professional development. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Advance TRS Ltd

Quantity Surveyor

We are looking for a QS based out of Manchester (will be traveling around the UK on occasion).This is a contract role outside of IR35 and is long term
What are my responsibilities?
<ul>
<li>Commercial functions of various work packages. These may include Design, Signalling Installation, Test &amp; Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering and Permanent Way on the railway infrastructure.</li>
<li>Work with the project delivery team responsible for work package / project change control and management</li>
<li>Liaise with work package managers to collate information on the works</li>
<li>Work package cost management, including forecasting, budget management and control</li>
<li>Prepares internal and external commercial reports</li>
<li>Establish and maintain interfaces with key stakeholders. E.g. finance, project management, engineering, subcontractors, suppliers and Employers team.</li>
<li>Maintaining auditable records for responsible work packages in accordance with contractual requirements</li>
<li>Able to manage cost of both direct labour, material, plant and subcontract cost (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to estimate change / variations using various methods (essential)</li>
<li>Able to forecasts cost and measure cost of work complete (essential)</li>
<li>Good negotiation skills (essential)</li>
<li>Assists with the implement commercial strategies (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to work with limited supervision and manage expectation (essential) Good communication skills (essential) good financial and commercial acumen (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to work under own initiative and under cost or time critical conditions</li>
<li>Confident and able to deal externally and internally at all levels.</li>
<li>Good negotiation skills.</li>
</ul>
What do I need to qualify for the job?
<ul>
<li>Previous Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administrator experience working within a contractor side project environment (essential). Experience ideally gained in a similar or related contracting construction industry e.g. Rail, Engineering, Defence.</li>
<li>HND/Degree qualified or equivalent and or hold or working towards professional qualification, RICS, CICES (essential).</li>
<li>5 years experience.</li>
<li>Strong track record in a contractor side, project environment (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to work under own initiative and under cost or time critical conditions (essential)</li>
<li>Good contractual knowledge and understanding (essential)</li>
<li>Use of Microsoft Office and other software to present high standard of documentation</li>
</ul>

MPI Limited - Rail

Plumber 
Liverpool 6-Month Contract
£22 per hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Plumber to work on a 6-month contract at Liverpool Train Station, supporting ongoing maintenance and upgrade works within a busy, live rail environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of plumbing duties across station facilities, ensuring all systems remain fully operational and compliant with current regulations. This role requires a reliable and safety-conscious individual who is comfortable working in a public-facing, high-traffic location.
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience working as a plumber on commercial or large-scale sites</li>
<li>Relevant plumbing qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)</li>
<li>Own tools and PPE</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively</li>
<li>CSCS card (essential or preferred, subject to site requirements)</li>
<li>Experience working in stations, rail, or other live environments is highly advantageous</li>
</ul>
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