Lead Commercial Surveyor - Aviation Infrastructure (Heathrow)

Heathrow Employment & Skills Academy; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Travel/Car allowance

Annual leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

M Group is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our Aviation Heathrow team. You will lead the commercial management of complex infrastructure projects and mentor junior surveyors.

Working with the Commercial Manager, you will ensure profitable delivery, strong client relationships, and adherence to contractual obligations. This role requires a commercially driven professional with a proven track record in quantity surveying, capable of influencing stakeholders and delivering

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Quantity Surveying with a track record of leading commercial functions on complex projects.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and deliver commercial objectives.
• Experience developing and mentoring junior surveyors and APC candidates.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Manager in delivering commercial services across multiple projects.
• Lead commercial and financial management to ensure delivery within budget and standards.
• Oversee cost management, contract administration, procurement activities, and financial controls.
• Prepare and review financial reporting, cost reconciliations, forecasts, and progress reports.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks including cost overruns, claims, and delays.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to Quantity Surveyors and APC candidates.
• Promote a culture of contractual and commercial awareness across teams.
• Support work-winning activities, resource planning, and pre-contract collaboration.
• Collaborate with Contract Services and Insurance teams on disputes and recovery opportunities.
• Participate in project reviews and executive meetings for transparency and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to group-wide initiatives and governance compliance.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial leadership

Mentoring APC candidates

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

M Group is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our Aviation Heathrow team. You will lead the commercial management of complex infrastructure projects and mentor junior surveyors.

Working with the Commercial Manager, you will ensure profitable delivery, strong client relationships, and adherence to contractual obligations. This role requires a commercially driven professional with a proven track record in quantity surveying, capable of influencing stakeholders and delivering