Managing Quantity Surveyor

Managing Quantity SurveyorManchester
A leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team in Manchester.

Working across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects valued from £200k to £10m+, you will play a key role in driving commercial performance, managing risk, and supporting project delivery teams across a range of civil engineering, water, utilities and infrastructure schemes.

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple projects, ensuring robust cost control, forecasting, reporting and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing accurate cost and value reporting, forecasting and monthly CVRs
• Managing project cash flow and applications for payment
• Procuring and managing subcontractors from tender through to final account
• Administering NEC contracts and managing contractual change
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks and maximising opportunities
• Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team
• Providing commercial guidance to project delivery teams

To be considered, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Managing Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, utilities, water or infrastructure projects
• Strong NEC3/NEC4 contract knowledge
• Proven experience managing subcontract procurement and commercial performance
• Experience producing CVRs, forecasts and cost reports
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• RICS, CICES or working towards professional accreditation
• CSCS Card
• Experience within a direct delivery contracting environment
• Previous people management or mentoring experience

• Competitive salary 
• Company car or car allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business
• Ongoing training, development and leadership support
• Long-term secured workload across major UK infrastructure projects

If you're looking for the opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects and progress your commercial career with a leading contractor, we'd love to hear from you.