Surveyor - Cost Management Manager in London

Reference: 13571Managing Quantity Surveyor – BuildingLocation: LondonWe are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial function on major building projects across the South East. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for driving commercial performance, managing risk, and ensuring successful financial delivery across large-scale or multiple complex projects. You will lead a commercial team, providing direction, mentoring, and oversight while working closely with operational and leadership teams to maximise value and protect margin. This role offers significant autonomy and influence across project and business unit performance. As our Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will: Lead the commercial management of major projects or a portfolio of schemes, ensuring financial successOversee cost planning, forecasting, valuations, variations, and final account negotiationsProvide leadership and mentoring to the commercial team, supporting development and performanceDrive procurement strategy and subcontractor management to achieve best value and risk mitigationWork closely with senior stakeholders to influence commercial strategy and project outcomesAbout YouYou will be an established commercial leader with strong experience delivering complex construction projects within a Tier 1 or major contractor environment. Extensive experience in quantity surveying and commercial management on major projectsStrong leadership experience, including managing and developing commercial teamsIn-depth knowledge of standard forms of contract and construction commercial processesStrong financial and commercial acumen, with a proven track record of protecting marginExcellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environmentProfessional membership (e.g. What We Can Offer YouCompetitive salary and car allowance26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 daysAdditional long service leave at 3, 7, and 10 yearsPrivate medical insurance (with option to extend to family)Life assurance and pension matched up to 8%Enhanced family leave policies2 volunteering days per yearFlexible and agile working (role dependent)Employee Assistance Programme, including financial advicePayment of professional membership feesAccess to "Perks at Work" discount platformFlexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchersWho We AreTilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company, delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water, and environment. We are proud to hold Investors in Diversity status. This role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Reference:13571 Security Clearance: BPSS - BasicLocation: London Position Type: Full Time Hours:40 Contract Type: Salaried - Permanent