Role overview

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably within large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects
Proven knowledge of construction costs, procurement, and contract law
Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., MS Office Suite, quantity surveying software)

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyse costing for tenders and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client
Perform risk, value management, and cost control during the project lifecycle
Allocate work to subcontractors, value completed work and manage payments
Provide advice on contractual claims, analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports

Key facts

Remote from: United Kingdom
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
English

Hard skills

Cost Management Quantity Surveying Contract Management Quantity Surveying Health And Safety Standards Subcontracting Procurement Contract Management Construction Estimating Payment Processing Risk Management Risk Analysis Project Documentation Procurement Claims And Litigation Management Value Process Management

Other skills

Progress Reporting
Microsoft Office
Communication
Analytical Skills
Negotiation
Teamwork
Social Skills

About the company

Hitachi

Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world. Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.

Company details

Company typeXLarge

Company size10001

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Job description

Location:

Remote - Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0109735

Date Posted:

2026-04-10

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The opportunity

As Quantity Surveyor at Hitachi Energy you are part of a team of catalysts for a sustainable future. The demand for energy sector infrastructure is rapidly increasing, we are looking to add a member to our team that is fully focussed on managing all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from initial calculations to final accounts.

Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position.

How you'll make an impact

Prepare and analyse costing for tenders and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.
Perform risk, value management, and cost control during the project lifecycle.
Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks and advise on our procurement strategy.
Allocate work to subcontractors, value completed work and manage payments.
Provide advice on contractual claims, analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.
Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably within large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.
Proven knowledge of construction costs, procurement, and contract law.
Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., MS Office Suite, quantity surveying software).
Excellent analytical, mathematical, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Membership of a professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is desirable.

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