Managing Quantity Surveyor

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We prefer to hire directly, and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Iver, Buckinghamshire We’re looking for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead and support a high-performing commercial team across two clean water Rapid Gravity Filter schemes in the Windsor area, with a combined value of approximately  this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping commercial strategy, driving performance, and ensuring strong governance across projects delivered under NEC4 Option C contracts. You’ll collaborate closely with project and commercial teams to manage costs, risks, and opportunities, while fostering a positive, inclusive team environment where people can develop and thrive.

About the Role You’ll take responsibility for the commercial management and successful delivery of:

Iver WTW Rapid Gravity Filter Enhancement Scheme (~40m)
Egham WTW Rapid Gravity Filter Enhancement Scheme (~15m)
These projects involve the construction of new Rapid Gravity Treatment Plants alongside upgrades to existing water treatment facilities. They form part of a long-term Affinity Water framework with a planned completion in December 2027. What you'll be doing:

Promoting and supporting a safe, inclusive working environment

Leading the development and implementation of commercial strategies from project inception through to completion

Supporting and developing team members, encouraging continuous learning and wellbeing

Ensuring robust cost control, forecasting, and reporting (including CVRs and commercial reports)
Managing subcontract procurement, including preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts

Overseeing subcontract performance, valuations, and change management processes

Ensuring timely production and submission of contractual notices and compensation events

Leading the preparation and agreement of monthly applications for payment

Identifying, managing, and mitigating risks and opportunities to improve project outcomes

Working collaboratively with operational, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure effective project controls

Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams

Supporting achievement of business performance targets (including cash flow, profitability, and delivery goals)

About you:

A relevant degree and/or equivalent professional experience

Professional membership (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB), or working towards it (desirable)
Experience in civil engineering projects, ideally within the water sector

Experience working on large or complex infrastructure schemesA good understanding of NEC4 contracts

Strong commercial awareness, including cost management and reporting

Confidence using IT systems (e.g. Excel, Word, and contract/cost systems such as CEMAR, Asite, or Orbit)
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

The ability to organise work effectively and meet deadlinesA collaborative approach, with a focus on team success and shared outcomes What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over 4.1 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.  We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.  We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes.

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