At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance while mentoring a team of Quantity Surveyors.
- Company: Dynamic construction firm focused on innovation and excellence in project delivery.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team that values trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of construction with your expertise and leadership in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in utilities or construction, strong contract management skills, and leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be at the heart of our major programmes, ensuring every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your expertise will guide financial and contractual decisions, helping us achieve outstanding results and set new benchmarks for success.
The client is looking for a confident communicator and a natural collaborator, able to inspire trust and openness across teams and stakeholders. Your proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement set you apart as a leader who thrives in dynamic environments.
What you'll be doing:
- Commercial Support: Act as a technical expert, providing advanced commercial guidance to Project Managers and the quantity surveying team.
- Contract Management: Oversee an NEC suite of contracts, manage correspondence, and ensure all contractual administration aligns with project requirements.
- Financial Management: Validate payment applications, certify payments, and ensure all financial data is accurate and compliant.
- Risk Management: Lead the project risk management process, maintaining and developing the Risk Register with Project Managers.
- Tender Evaluation & Negotiation: Support tender evaluation and negotiations to secure the best commercial outcomes.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive innovation and efficiencies in quantity surveying practices, aligning with organisational goals.
- Dispute Resolution: Resolve complex disputes, providing expert guidance to ensure satisfactory outcomes.
- Leadership: Mentor and support c30 Quantity Surveyors, fostering professional growth and effective team performance.
Key requirements & experience:
Essential:
- Proven experience in the utilities, construction, infrastructure (or similar) industry, with a deep understanding of its unique challenges.
- Strong background in portfolio commercial management and complex contract management.
- Expertise in NEC3 and NEC4 contracts (especially options A, C & E), including NEC Two Stage Contract experience.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing remote teams.
- Ability to foster a culture of openness, trust, and collaboration.
- Commitment to driving innovation and efficiencies.
Desirable:
- Category experience (pipeline (civils background) / Compressors (mechanical engineering background))
- Tier 1 contractor experience as a Main Works Contractor
Managing Quantity Surveyor employer: Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd
Join a forward-thinking company in the Midlands as a Managing Quantity Surveyor, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions recognised. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth, offering you the opportunity to lead a talented team while working on impactful projects. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we provide a supportive environment that empowers you to achieve outstanding results and advance your career.
Contact Details:
Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
