Details:
- Salary: £85,000 - 95,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: London
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Managing Quantity Surveyor - Buildings - Education Framework
Location: London and the south east
We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established Building team, supporting the commercial delivery of projects across the south east.
You will lead a commercial team, providing direction, mentoring, and oversight while working closely with operational and leadership teams to maximise value and protect margin. This role offers significant autonomy and influence across project and business unit performance.
As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be an established commercial leader with strong experience delivering complex construction projects within a Tier 1 or major contractor environment.
Lead the commercial management of major projects or a portfolio of schemes, ensuring financial success
Oversee cost planning, forecasting, valuations, variations, and final account negotiations
Provide leadership and mentoring to the commercial team, supporting development and performance
Drive procurement strategy and subcontractor management to achieve best value and risk mitigation
Work closely with senior stakeholders to influence commercial strategy and project outcomes
You will be an established commercial leader with strong experience delivering complex construction projects within a Tier 1 or major contractor environment.
What You will bring:
Extensive experience in quantity surveying and commercial management on major projects
Strong leadership experience, including managing and developing commercial teams
In-depth knowledge of standard forms of contract and construction commercial processes
Strong financial and commercial acumen, with a proven track record of protecting margin
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment
Professional membership (e.g. RICS) is highly desirable.
What's in it for you
Competitive salary and car allowance
26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
Additional long service leave at 3, 7, and 10 years
Private medical insurance (with option to extend to family)
Life assurance and pension matched up to 8%
Enhanced family leave policies
2 volunteering days per year
Flexible and agile working (role dependent)
Employee Assistance Programme, including financial advice
Payment of professional membership fees
Access to “Perks at Work” discount platform
Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchers
If you are interested in the role and would like to discuss further, please send a copy of your CV to (url removed) and book a time with me to discuss