Managing Quantity Surveyor

The Managing Quantity Surveyor will lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors at various levels, providing guidance and fostering professional development. They will serve as the key commercial point of contact, managing relationships with clients in a collaborative and fair manner. The role involves ensuring strict commercial control across the business and promoting a culture of financial discipline. The Managing Quantity Surveyor will work closely with the operational team to achieve shared commercial objectives and drive business success.

Pre-Contract Management

* Work closely with the Pre-Contract Manager to identify and capitalize leads.

* Liaises with the estimator to ensure prices are competitive whilst delivering the company’s margin objectives.

* Respond efficiently to client requests during the pre-contract stage to enable projects to progress to delivery stage as quickly as possible.

* Feedback lessons learnt from the deliver stage into future estimates to ensure the business is always best placed to secure new work.

Cost Management and Budget Control

* Project cash collection, ensuring timely applications and response to Client queries.

* Project change management, ensuring submission and agreement of CE’s and maintenance of CE Registers and/or CEMAR.

* Implementation of cost control measures, identify potential cost-saving opportunities, and provide advice on value engineering.

* Produce and deliver turnover and margin budgets and forecasts alongside operational peers.

* Work closely with the operational team to provide a commercial service that enables them to deliver project efficiently and to budget.

* Review terms and conditions of contract and sub-contract ensuring risk are understood and appropriate for the type, size and complexity of project.

Contract Management

* Lead contract negotiations and manage contract documentation, including bills of quantities, scope of work, and terms and conditions.

* Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and resolve any disputes or claims that arise during the course of the project.

* Monitor project performance against contracts, advising on variations and changes to scope.

Client and Stakeholder Communication

* Respond to Client requests promptly, effectively, and professionally.

* Oversee project cash flow management, ensuring that invoicing and payments are managed efficiently.

* Review and approve interim valuations, final accounts, and ensure timely submission of invoices.

* Provide comprehensive cost and financial reports to senior management, highlighting risks, opportunities, and project performance.

Team Leadership and Management

* Lead and manage a team of quantity surveyors, providing mentorship, support, and guidance to junior and senior team members.

* Ensure the team operates efficiently, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high-quality standards.

* Conduct regular performance reviews and support team development through training and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications/Experience

* BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

* Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a Civil Engineering environment

* Strong knowledge of construction contracts especially NEC

Other

* To undertake other miscellaneous activities/project work deemed appropriate for the role of Managing Quantity Surveyor to assist with the efficient operation of the business.

* Deal with sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality at all times