Managing Quantity Surveyor
Managing Quantity Surveyor
London (Northern, Western & Central London Projects)
A leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and utility projects across London.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of secured work, delivering projects across water, utilities, transport, energy and the built environment sectors.
The Role
As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working closely with operational teams and senior management, you will drive commercial performance, manage risk and ensure projects are delivered successfully from tender stage through to final account.
Projects range in value from £200k to £10m+ and include both framework and standalone schemes.
Key Responsibilities
Produce accurate cost and value reporting, forecasting and monthly CVRs
Manage project cash flow and applications for payment
Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation and commercial management
Administer NEC and IChemE contracts, including change management and compensation events
Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks
Support project teams with commercial guidance and cost management
Manage contractual correspondence and stakeholder relationships
Drive efficiencies and maximise commercial opportunities across projects
Mentor and support junior commercial team members
Contribute to business unit profitability and commercial performance
About You
To be considered, you will have:
Strong experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or water sectors
Proven experience managing projects through the full commercial lifecycle
Excellent NEC3 and NEC4 contract knowledge
Experience managing subcontract procurement and commercial performance
Strong forecasting, cost reporting and CVR experience
Previous experience managing or mentoring Quantity Surveyors
Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Desirable
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar discipline
RICS, CICES or working towards professional accreditation
CSCS Card
Experience within a direct delivery contracting environment
Design and Build project experience
Open-book contract experience
What's On Offer?
Competitive salary
Company car or car allowance
Private medical insurance
Company pension scheme
Life assurance
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and development
Leadership and management coaching
Genuine career progression opportunities
Long-term secured workload across major UK infrastructure projects
If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up, or an established Managing Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you