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Contract

Managing Quantity Surveyor

Carrington West
Northamptonshire
money-bag £630/day
Posted: 13 May 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 12 June 2026
Ref: 225104280

Managing Quantity Surveyor
 
·£630 per day (umbrella)
·45-hour working week
·Immediate start available
·6-9 month contract with potential temp-to-perm opportunity
 
Are you an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor ready to join a major highways infrastructure scheme? There is an opportunity in the Midlands area that is an immediate-start on a contract basis.
 
This is a high-profile project with significant structures packages and offers the chance to lead a commercial team on a large-scale civil engineering programme.
 
The successful candidate will take ownership of the structures package, valued at approximately £30m within a wider £210m infrastructure project.
 
This is a hands-on commercial leadership role focused on:
·Managing subcontractors
·Negotiation and change control
·Commercial oversight of complex structures works
·Leading and mentoring a team of QS professionals
 
You will manage a team of up to 4-5 commercial staff, including Senior QSs and Quantity Surveyors, while working closely with operational leadership on site.
 
We are seeking candidates with:
·Strong experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Lead
·Proven background in structures-heavy civil engineering or highways projects
·Experience delivering major structures such as overbridges, large spans, and reinforced concrete works
·Strong subcontract management and commercial negotiation skills
·Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, site-based environment
 
The role is fully site-based, 5 days per week, and would suit someone who thrives in a collaborative project environment.
If you''re passionate about delivering high-quality infrastructure projects and developing high-performing teams, Apply Now or call Brett on (phone number removed).


FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years'' experience in this market. Please call Brett at Carrington West on (phone number removed). 
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
 
 

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