Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location: Trafford Park

Managing Quantity Surveyor

Manchester

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.

The Role

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

About You

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

Desirable

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

RICS, CICES or working towards professional accreditation

CSCS Card

Experience with in a direct delivery contracting environment

Previous people management or mentoring experience

What's on Offer?

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