Managing Quantity Surveyor
Location: Esher, Surrey or Kentish Town, London
Salary: £70,000 to £80,000 + £4,500 Car Allowance + Benefits
I’m recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join an established infrastructure contractor delivering a high-volume programme of water and mains installation works for Thames Water across London.
This is a busy framework, with around £1.5m of work going through the contract each month. Individual jobs typically range from £2,500 to £50,000, so the role is very different from a traditional major-project QS position. There is a strong focus on managing a large number of live jobs, keeping subcontract accounts under control and maintaining accurate commercial reporting across the framework.
The successful candidate will manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and will have a hands‑on role in managing the commercial performance of the contract.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of the framework, working closely with the operational team and Thames Water to ensure work is priced, delivered and managed effectively.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors.
- Overseeing the commercial management of a high volume of live works.
- Managing subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
- Reviewing and challenging costs, valuations and applications for payment.
- Producing accurate monthly CVRs and commercial reports.
- Forecasting turnover, margin and cash flow.
- Managing risk, change and commercial opportunities.
- Identifying ways to improve margins and commercial performance.
- Building effective relationships with Thames Water and other key stakeholders.
- Ensuring the terms of the Thames Water contract are understood and properly administered.
- Supporting the team with commercial and contractual issues.
What We're Looking For
Suitable Managing Quantity Surveyors will need to have a background in water or utilities, although candidates from other infrastructure sectors with the right commercial experience will also be considered.
You’ll need:
- Previous experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS with team management responsibility.
- Experience managing and developing a commercial team.
- Strong CVR and forecasting skills.
- Good understanding of construction and infrastructure contracts.
- Experience managing subcontract accounts.
- The ability to manage a high volume of relatively low-value works.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities to improve margin.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
Why Consider It?
This is a great opportunity for an experienced QS to take ownership of a sizeable commercial framework where you’ll have a real opportunity to have an impact of the commercial success of the contract. You’ll be given a structured career path with clear goals and a timeline for promotion, an excellent work life balance and a generous salary & package that includes:
- £70-80,000 salary per annum
- £6,000 travel allowance or company car
- 25 days leave + bank holidays
- Contributory pension
- Private healthcare
If you’re an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor or a Senior QS looking to step up and with a utilities, water or infrastructure background, and are based within commuting distance of Esher or Kentish Town, get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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