Managing Quantity Surveyor

Overview

The Managing Quantity Surveyor will be a key senior commercial team member dedicated to protecting the company’s interests throughout the contract lifecycle—from tender through to delivery and final account. Reporting to the UK Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will evaluate risks, maximise opportunities, enforce entitlement recovery, and ensure the company meets its business targets.

Role and Responsibilities

• Collaborate as part of a team managing commercial aspects across multiple programmes and projects, fostering a unified "one team" environment.
• Adhere to and promote Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability standards.
• Engage proactively with clients, their representatives, and third-party agencies to maintain effective partnerships.
• Embody the company values of integrity, collaboration, courage, agility, and accountability in all client and internal interactions.
• Develop and implement commercial and contractual strategies tailored to individual projects.
• Negotiate, manage, and review commercial contracts and agreements to minimise risks and enhance benefits.
• Examine contract specifications with stakeholders to detect risks or deficiencies; support Project/Contracts Managers in risk management planning.
• Oversee project cashflow management, ensuring timely submission of interim payment applications and informing Project/Contracts Managers of the financial status.
• Maintain close coordination with the Financial Department regarding project finances, bonds, payments, bank guarantees, and collateral warranties.
• Review potential contracts during tender stages for risk exposure and communicate concerns to clients.
• Assist project delivery teams in managing contractual challenges encountered during execution.
• Stay informed on changes in legislation, geopolitical events, or weather conditions that could impact contract delivery and aid teams in protecting company interests if such events arise.
• Analyze complex situations to identify potential opportunities or threats relating to cost variations or timelines.
• Foster strong partnerships with commercial leads on the client side, creating an atmosphere of trust and collaboration.
• Support key package appointments including negotiations and agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to prepare and finalize accounts, working with clients toward resolution.
• Obtain or provide legal advice on contractual issues and guide teams through resolution.
• Lead dispute escalations through formal resolution forums with project teams’ support.
• Promote staff development by providing training, mentorship, and motivation, setting clear goals to involve every team member in outcomes.
• Present regular reports on commercial project performance including payment applications, value reporting, budget monitoring, and adjustments.
• Drive enhancements in commercial processes by sharing lessons learned and proposing innovative solutions for future projects.
• Actively participate in cross-functional project teams across procurement, finance, technical, and delivery to anticipate and preempt commercial issues.
• Function autonomously when necessary, displaying self-motivation and initiative.
• Continuously update professional knowledge and skills through CPD activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• At least 10 years’ experience in a comparable quantity surveying role, preferably within civil engineering.
• Honours Degree in Construction or Quantity Surveying related discipline.
• Chartered Surveyor status is desirable.
• Solid understanding of contracts such as FIDIC, NEC, IChemE, JCT, both international and bespoke forms.
• Proficient in preparing and drafting contractual claims and entitlements.
• Experienced in leading final account negotiations; familiarity with dispute resolution is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills with capability to adapt and respond to evolving contract issues.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Exceptional communication skills and motivated professional approach.
• Valid full driving licence.

Benefits and Work Conditions

• Opportunity to join an expanding and ambitious organisation.
• Standard Monday to Friday workweek with early finish on Fridays.
• 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 bank holidays.
• Competitive salary with yearly reviews and incentivization schemes.
• Life insurance and pension plan included.
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for employees and their families.