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Location: South Yorkshire Sector: Civil Engineering (Rail, Highways, and General Civil Engineering) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Career Path: Progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor
Overview
We are seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team delivering a variety of civil engineering projects across South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a key role in commercial management, cost control, and contractual matters across schemes in rail, highways, and general civil engineering. This role offers a structured career pathway with the opportunity for promotion to Senior Quantity Surveyor.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of allocated projects.
Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
Prepare and negotiate subcontractor packages, contracts, and variations.
Conduct valuations, applications for payment, and final account settlements.
Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
Provide accurate monthly reporting, cash flow forecasts, and financial analysis to the Commercial Manager.
Support project teams in delivering projects on time and within budget.
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.
Assist in developing junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing within the commercial team.
Requirements
Essential:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering (rail, highways, or general civils).
Strong knowledge of NEC and other relevant forms of contract.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
Proficiency with relevant software (e.g., MS Excel, cost management tools).

Anderselite

Quantity Surveyor

Our client, a well know dynamic Tier 1 civil engineering company is seeking to employ a Senior Pre-Contracts Manager to be based from their South Yorkshire office taking responsibility for the Northern region (covering work in the rail sector, highways, environment agency, Aviation and others). Role Overview As the Senior Pre-Contracts Manager, you will report to the Regional Managing Director(s) and will be instrumental in managing multiple Pre-Construction portfolios across East and West regions. This role is essential in achieving the businesss work-winning objectives and involves strategic market analysis, bid management, and collaboration with senior management. Key Responsibilities Senior Management: Conduct market analysis to identify current opportunities, rates, and key personnel. Enhance and refine processes and procedures based on industry best practices. Regularly interact with regional Operations Directors, Managing Directors, and Commercial Managers to discuss potential and upcoming opportunities. Provide regular updates to senior management on Pre-Construction activities. Distribute key information from monthly reports to the Pre-Construction team. Regional Management: Lead Tender Appraisals for Bid/No Bid determinations. Oversee all tender submissions in the regions. Analyse work-winning metrics to align with business strategy. Share post-tender feedback and lessons learned, ensuring improvement actions are taken. Coordinate and finalise pre-qualification documentation with relevant business functions. Manage the tender workload and scheduling for the medium to long-term. Bid Management: Assess project risks and define mitigation strategies within the projects risk &amp; opportunity register. Participate in prequalification and bid/tender meetings to clarify submission requirements. Contribute to the technical and descriptive writing for proposals and supporting documentation. Collaborate with other departments to craft winning bid strategies early in the tender process. Partner with joint venture collaborators to ensure cohesive project management and win themes. Ensure clear presentation of pricing in internal adjudications before client submissions. Requirements Extensive experience as a Senior Pre-Contracts Manager in an engineering/project management capacity, particularly within a rail/civil engineering environment. Strong understanding of various business capabilities across civil engineering disciplines. Proven experience managing frameworks and major bids, including commercial aspects and writing technical responses. Proven leadership skills with the potential to develop the pre-contract team, especially in junior roles. Strong commitment to proactive management of the pre-contract portfolio in the North (East &amp; West) regions. Willingness to be based primarily in Barnsley, with regular travel to Warrington. Comprehensive knowledge of the civil engineering industry, supported by relevant qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree). Demonstrable commercial acumen and exceptional communication and presentation skills. Ability to foster strong interpersonal relationships within teams and stakeholders. Benefits Competitive annual salary (negotiable based on experience). Company Car or Car Allowance. 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service). Up to 3 volunteer days. Company contributory Pension scheme. Life Insurance. Health Cash Plan &amp; Rewards program through Westfield. Comprehensive support and infrastructure for personal and professional development, with clear pathways for career advancement. Ongoing learning opportunities. Safe working environment. Employee forums to ensure your voice is heard. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to step into a leadership role that directly influences the success of ambitious civils and engineering, infrastructure projects. If you meet the qualifications and experience requirements and are ready to take on this challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Senior Pre-Contracts Manager

PTS Operative (White/Blue Hats)
South Yorkshire - Doncaster, Wakefield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Leeds
Days - £17
Nights - £18
Weekend - £19
We are currently recruiting for PTS operatives to work within PWAY teams in the South Yorkshire region. Shift patterns cross 7 days and will be a combination of days and nights.
Experience Required
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<li>Experience of carrying out PWAY activities to include but not limited to re-rail, stressing, renewals, sleeper changing etc…</li>
<li>Small Tools Tickets i.e., rail saw, rail drill, impact wrench, Kango, sleeper drill etc…</li>
<li>Full Clean UK Driving License for a minimum of 2 years with no bans in the previous 5 years to be able to drive VITAL vehicles (Desirable)</li>
</ul>
Vital are the currently supplier of the contingency labour framework to Network Rail over the next 3 years. This opportunity gives the chance for long term &amp; secure work with the chance to progress for the right individuals.
Due to the contract with Network Rail, we are only able to pay via Umbrella or PAYE through Vital. We are unable to pay CIS or Ltd Company.

Vital Human Resources

PTS Rail Operative

Controller of Site Safety 
Doncaster, Barnsley, or Rotherham 
Contract 
£19 Days &amp; Nights, £21 p/h Weekends (Umbrella) - PAYE Available also 
45-55 hrs per week 
Van &amp; Fuel Card 
Vital are currently recruiting for an experienced Controller of Site Safety to join an existing Civils &amp; Ground Works Team. 
Candidates applying should have a minimum of 12 months working as a COSS. 
Desirable Experience: -
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<li>Extensive experience of working within different safe systems including taking line blockages. </li>
<li>Civils and groundwork experience is desirable but not essential. </li>
<li>Full Clean UK Driving License with no bans in the previous 5 years</li>
</ul>
Vital are the currently supplier of the contingency labour framework to Network Rail over the next 5 years. This opportunity gives the chance for long term &amp; secure work with the chance to progress for the right individuals. 
45 hours per week minimum working either Monday to Friday day or Sunday to Thursday night. There is also a requirement for Saturday working (days or nights) which can be 10- or 12-hour shifts dependant on the possession. 
Due to the contract with Network Rail, we are only able to pay via Umbrella or PAYE through Vital. We are unable to pay CIS or Ltd Company.

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