Highways Managing Quantity Surveyor

Carrington West; Northampton; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Travel expenses to site

Pension scheme

26 days holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Enhanced sick pay

Green car scheme

Volunteering day

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways to lead the commercial function across multiple highways schemes in Northampton. You will mentor a team of surveyors, prepare CVRs and forecasts, and identify commercial risks while driving value engineering opportunities.

The role requires strong NEC/contract knowledge and excellent stakeholder management. Based in Northampton, the senior position offers significant autonomy, strategic influence, and long-term progression within

Qualifications

• Senior Quantity Surveyor experience in highways or civil engineering.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience leading commercial teams across multiple schemes.
• NEC contract experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial function across several highways schemes from inception to final account.
• Mentor and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors from trainee to senior level.
• Prepare, review and present CVRs and project forecasts with strategic insight.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while driving value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure projects comply with internal commercial processes and best practice.
• Act as the key commercial advisor on contractual matters and dispute resolution.
• Oversee procurement strategies and maintain strong supply chain relationships.
• Build and manage client relationships, representing the business professionally.
• Support continuous improvement across commercial systems and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

NEC experience

Commercial acumen

Contract management

Client relations

Risk management

Procurement

Communication

Tools

Cost forecasting tools

Job description

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways (Civil Engineering) - Northampton

Take the next step in your career with a leadership role that puts you at the forefront of major highways infrastructure projects, offering real influence, autonomy, and long-term progression.

You will be joining a forward-thinking civil engineering contractor delivering key highways and infrastructure schemes across Northampton and the wider region. This Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways role offers the opportunity to lead multiple projects while shaping commercial strategy and developing high-performing teams.

About the company

My client is a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong presence in highways and infrastructure. They are known for delivering complex projects to a high standard, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and long-term client relationships. Their highways division continues to grow, creating an excellent opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways to play a pivotal role.

What you will be doing

• Leading the commercial function across several highways schemes from inception to final account
• Managing and mentoring a team of Quantity Surveyors from trainee to senior level
• Preparing, reviewing, and presenting CVRs and project forecasts with clear strategic insight
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks while driving value engineering opportunities
• Ensuring all projects comply with internal commercial processes and best practice
• Acting as the key commercial advisor on contractual matters and dispute resolution
• Overseeing procurement strategies and maintaining strong supply chain relationships
• Building and managing client relationships, representing the business professionally
• Supporting continuous improvement across commercial systems and processes

What you will bring

• Proven experience in a senior Quantity Surveying role within highways or civil engineering
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (NEC experience preferred)
• Experience managing multiple projects and leading commercial teams
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team development skills
• Ability to manage risk, drive performance, and influence key decisions
• Strong communication skills with both internal teams and external clients

Salary and benefits

• £85,000 - £90,000 per annum (salary dependent on experience)
• Car allowance
• Travel expenses to site
• Pension scheme
• 26 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Green car scheme
• Volunteering day and additional benefits