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Permanent

Managing Quantity Surveyor

Daniel Owen Ltd
Hertfordshire
money-bag £85000 - £95000/annum + Benefits
Posted: 12 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Ref: 225486495

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Hertfordshire



Up to -95,000 + Package

Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: Up to -95,000 + package
Sector: Social Housing / Residential Construction
Employment: Permanent

We''re currently working with a Tier 1 contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Hertfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially strong QS with a background in social housing, residential refurbishment, major works or new build to take on a senior commercial position across a varied portfolio of projects.



The Role

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you''ll take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of projects, working closely with operational teams, clients and supply chain partners to ensure projects are delivered successfully and profitably.

The role will involve a mixture of residential refurbishment, cladding, external works, internal refurbishment, major works and new-build projects, providing excellent variety and long-term opportunity.



Key Responsibilities

  • Take overall commercial responsibility for allocated projects
  • Manage budgets, costs, forecasting and cash flow
  • Lead the commercial management of subcontractors and supply chain
  • Manage variations, valuations, applications and final accounts
  • Produce accurate financial reporting and forecasts
  • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
  • Work closely with project and operational teams
  • Develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
  • Provide guidance and support to junior Quantity Surveyors


About You

We''re looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor who can demonstrate:

  • A degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant construction-related discipline
  • Previous experience working for a Tier 1 contractor
  • Strong experience across social housing, residential construction, refurbishment or major works
  • Experience with cladding, re-cladding, internal/external refurbishment or new build would be highly advantageous
  • Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
  • Experience managing projects from a commercial perspective through to final account
  • Experience managing and developing junior commercial staff
  • Excellent client, subcontractor and stakeholder management skills
  • A commercially driven and proactive approach


What''s on Offer?

  • Salary up to -95,000, depending on experience
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Senior position with genuine commercial responsibility
  • Strong pipeline of projects
  • Long-term career progression
  • Opportunity to join an established Tier 1 contractor
  • Hertfordshire-based opportunity with projects across the region


Interested?

If you''re a degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor with Tier 1 contractor experience and a background across social housing, refurbishment, cladding, major works or residential construction, I''d be keen to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential conversation about the role and the wider opportunity.

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