Managing Quantity Surveyor

Managing Quantity Surveyor | Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland | Full Time | Competitive Salary + Relocation Support

Are you a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a senior leadership role where your decisions genuinely shape business performance?

Vaughan Engineering Group Ltd is a leading M&E engineering contractor based in Northern Ireland, delivering high-quality mechanical, electrical, and building services solutions across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and education projects.

As we continue to expand our project portfolio across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our team and play a pivotal leadership role in commercial strategy, project profitability, and team development.

For candidates currently based in Great Britain, the Republic of Ireland, or further afield, we offer a competitive relocation package to support your move back to or into Northern Ireland.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Relocation package available for candidates relocating to Northern Ireland
• Flexible working options where possible
• Supportive, collaborative, and forward‑thinking company culture
• Opportunity to influence commercial strategy at a senior level

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a relevant construction discipline
• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the UK construction industry
• Experience leading, managing, or mentoring QS teams
• Strong commercial and contractual understanding (NEC and JCT)
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and confident working on fast‑paced, technically complex projects
• Able to influence both internal and external stakeholders at a senior level

• Lead and manage the commercial aspects of multiple M&E projects from tender through to final account
• Provide commercial leadership, guidance, and mentoring to a team of Quantity Surveyors
• Oversee cost planning, financial tracking, value engineering, and risk management
• Prepare, negotiate, and agree valuations, variations, and contractual claims
• Work closely with operations, engineering, procurement, and finance teams
• Manage subcontractor procurement, assessment, and payment processes
• Produce accurate forecasts, margin reports, and commercial updates for senior leadership
• Drive continuous improvement of commercial processes and systems
• Support client relationship management and contribute to strategic business development

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