13th November, 2026
Managing Quantity Surveyor - Structural Steelwork
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire
Salary: £60,000-£90,000 per annum DOE
The Opportunity
Options Resourcing are recruiting for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established, family-owned structural steelwork and construction specialist.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to take ownership of the Quantity Surveying function, lead and develop a commercial team and oversee the financial performance of multiple projects.
Reporting directly to the Group Commercial Director, you will play a key role in driving profitability, managing contractual risks and developing commercial best practice across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and develop the Quantity Surveying team.
- Oversee commercial performance across multiple construction and structural steelwork projects.
- Manage contract reviews, commercial negotiations and contractual risk.
- Oversee valuations, variations, applications for payment and final accounts.
- Prepare and review cost value reconciliations (CVRs), forecasts and financial reports.
- Monitor project profitability and identify opportunities to improve margins.
- Work closely with Contract Managers to ensure effective cost control.
- Manage client accounts, subcontractor relationships and commercial negotiations.
- Ensure variations and additional works are appropriately authorised and recovered.
- Review contract performance against original estimates.
- Implement consistent commercial processes and reporting procedures.
- Support senior management with commercial strategy and decision-making.
Skills and Experience Required
- Extensive Quantity Surveying experience within structural steelwork, steel fabrication or the wider construction industry.
- Previous experience managing or leading a commercial/QS team.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk management.
- Proven experience with valuations, variations, CVRs and final accounts.
- Excellent negotiation, financial management and commercial awareness.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems.
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £60,000-£75,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Senior leadership opportunity within an established business.
- Responsibility for developing and shaping the commercial team.
- Varied projects across multiple construction sectors.
- Long-term career development and progression.
- Supportive, family-owned business environment.
If you're an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor looking for a senior commercial leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your updated CV to be considered for this opportunity.
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Managing Quantity Surveyor employer: Options Resourcing Limited
At Options Resourcing, we pride ourselves on being more than just a recruitment agency; we are a vibrant community where ambition meets opportunity. Located in the heart of Southampton, our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and celebrates every success, big or small. With uncapped commission, fast-track progression, and comprehensive training from day one, we empower our employees to thrive in their careers while enjoying a fun and energetic environment.
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