At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cost management and commercial performance across infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join a leading UK infrastructure contractor with a focus on stability.
- Benefits: Hybrid working model, strong career progression, and competitive salary.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term contract or permanent position after initial period.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical infrastructure while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Quantity Surveyor with experience in managing commercial teams.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Your new company
You will be joining a leading UK infrastructure contractor, delivering work across a major long-term utilities framework in the South East. This multi-year programme focuses on maintaining and upgrading critical infrastructure, offering strong stability and long-term continuity. The position is based in the West Sussex area, operating on a hybrid working model.
Your new role
As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial function across a portfolio of infrastructure projects within a regulated environment. You will take overall responsibility for cost management, commercial performance, and financial control, ensuring projects are delivered in line with budget and contractual requirements. You will also be responsible for managing and developing a team of 5 Quantity Surveyors / Junior QSs, providing leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure high standards of delivery across the commercial team. This role is offered on an initial contract basis (inside IR35), with a clear pathway into a longer-term or permanent position following an initial period.
What you’ll need to succeed
- Qualified Quantity Surveyor (QS)
- Proven experience operating at Managing QS or senior commercial leadership level
- Strong commercial and cost management background within infrastructure projects
- Experience within utilities, water, or similar regulated sectors is advantageous
Managing Quantity Surveyor - Utilities employer: Hays Construction and Property
Join a leading UK infrastructure contractor that prioritises stability and long-term growth, particularly within the South East's utilities sector. With a hybrid working model and a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while contributing to critical infrastructure projects. The company fosters a collaborative work culture, ensuring that your expertise as a Managing Quantity Surveyor is valued and rewarded, paving the way for meaningful career advancement.
Contact Details:
Hays Construction and Property Recruitment Team
