Managing Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and technically respected civil engineering contractor delivering complex projects across the UK. This multi-accredited contractor operates across multiple project frameworks and major infrastructure projects including Sizewell C and HS2, and prides itself on robust financial control, best-practice contract management and long-term client relationships. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

This is an opportunity to play a key commercial role within a growing organisation that values expertise, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Your new role
As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will take full responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of customer projects valued between £250k-£6m across UK operations. Acting as the organisation's subject-matter expert for NEC3/4 and JCT contracts, you will work closely with Project Managers and senior stakeholders to protect commercial position, maximise value and ensure accurate forecasting and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading commercial administration across NEC3/4, JCT and bespoke contracts, ensuring contractual compliance and timely notices
Managing compensation events, variations, extensions of time, re‑measures and change control processes
Preparing and maintaining cost plans, CVRs, valuations, cashflow forecasts and final accounts
Acting as the primary commercial interface with clients, principal contractors and commercial representatives
Producing accurate monthly commercial reports and advising senior leadership on risks, opportunities and margin performance
Supporting Project Managers with commercial guidance, training and mentoring to strengthen delivery outcomes
Ensuring all commercial activity aligns with internal management systems, governance requirements and SHEQ standards.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will bring:

Proven expertise administering NEC3/NEC4 (including Options A, C and E) and JCT contracts within construction, civil engineering or specialist subcontracting
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Advanced skills in CVRs, valuations, forecasting, compensation events and final accounts
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills
A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites and client offices nationwide.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £85,000 per annum
Company car (available for personal use)
Annual leave entitlement
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Hybrid working
Profit-related bonus
Group life insurance
Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
Fully covered accommodation and business mileage
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Exposure to high-profile and impactful projects
Stable, values-driven organisation committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
Long-term career progression with a technically respected and growing contractor.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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