Job Description
Are you an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with experience working under NEC contracts within rail projects?
Do you have a contractor-side background and want to develop your commercial career within a supportive, family-run business offering long-term progression opportunities?
Are you looking to join a growing rail contractor with secured work across South Wales and opportunities to progress across multiple infrastructure sectors?
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum DOE
Benefits:
Car allowance (£4,500 - £5,500) or electric company car
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
5% pension contribution
Paid mileage for site visits outside normal commute
Professional fees and APC/Chartership support
Long-term secured workload with progression opportunities across the wider group
Role Overview:
Due to continued growth and increased project workload within their rail division, my client is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of multiple rail infrastructure and station improvement schemes across South Wales.
This role will focus on a variety of smaller-value NEC Option A / lump sum projects, including station refurbishment works, toilet installation and upgrade schemes on the Core Valley Lines, and facilities management projects.
The successful candidate will support the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account while gaining exposure to a wide range of rail and civils works.
You will join a family-run business with a centralised commercial function supporting rail, civils, highways, and structures projects across the UK. The business is known for its collaborative culture, flexibility, and investment in staff development.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the commercial management of NEC Option A projects
Support subcontract procurement and administration
Assist with valuations, variations, and cost reporting
Support the preparation of CVRs and project forecasts
Work closely with operational teams on project delivery
Attend weekly site visits across South Wales
Assist with contract administration and commercial documentation
Maintain strong communication with clients and subcontractors
Essential Requirements:
Experience working under NEC contracts
Contractor background within the rail industry
Desired Requirements:
NEC Option A experience
HNC/HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar
Working towards chartership or professional accreditation
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing infrastructure contractor offering long-term progression, excellent project exposure, and a supportive commercial team environment.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your CV to Brooke Stell at Carrington West or call for a confidential discussion.