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Managing Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location: Hereford
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are recruiting for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a major £40-50 million highways infrastructure project based in Hereford.

This is an excellent opportunity to take full commercial responsibility for a flagship scheme, leading a commercial team from project mobilisation through to completion. The project is expected to run for approximately 2½ years, offering long-term stability and career progression.

The Role

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial delivery of the project, reporting directly to senior management. You will lead a commercial team consisting of two Quantity Surveyors and two Graduate Quantity Surveyors, ensuring the project is delivered successfully while maintaining strong commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all commercial activities throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Manage, mentor and develop the commercial team.

  • Administer and manage the project under an NEC Option A (Fixed Price) contract.

  • Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, valuations, cost reporting and final accounts.

  • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider project team.

  • Provide accurate commercial reporting to senior leadership.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor, or an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a leadership role.

  • Ideally 10+ years' experience within civil engineering, with highways experience highly desirable.

  • Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, particularly Option A.

  • Proven ability to lead and develop commercial teams.

  • Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation and communication skills.

  • Motivated, proactive and committed to delivering successful project outcomes.

What's on Offer

  • £70,000-£85,000 salary, depending on experience.

  • Company car or car allowance.

  • Permanent, full-time position.

  • Office-based role in Hereford with minimal travel.

  • Opportunity to lead a major highways infrastructure project from inception through to completion.

  • Excellent long-term career prospects with a well-established civil engineering contractor.

If you're interested in learning more, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.