Managing Quantity Surveyor

Managing Quantity Surveyor

£630 per day (umbrella), 45‑hour working week, Immediate start available, 6‑9 month contract with potential temp‑to‑perm opportunity.

Are you an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor ready to join a major highways infrastructure scheme? There is an opportunity in the Midlands area that is an immediate‑start on a contract basis.

This is a high‑profile project with significant structures packages and offers the chance to lead a commercial team on a large‑scale civil engineering programme.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the structures package, valued at approximately £30 m within a wider £210 m infrastructure project.

This is a hands‑on commercial leadership role focused on:

• Managing subcontractors
• Negotiation and change control
• Commercial oversight of complex structures works
• Leading and mentoring a team of QS professionals

You will manage a team of up to 4‑5 commercial staff, including Senior QSs and Quantity Surveyors, while working closely with operational leadership on site.

We are seeking candidates with:

• Strong experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Lead
• Proven background in structures‑heavy civil engineering or highways projects
• Experience delivering major structures such as over bridges, large spans, and reinforced concrete works
• Strong subcontract management and commercial negotiation skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, site‑based environment

The role is fully site‑based, 5 days per week, and would suit someone who thrives in a collaborative project environment.

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