Managing Quantity Surveyor

Sphere Solutions; Bristol; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Bristol is looking to appoint a Managing Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery on local projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction, with proven experience as a Senior QS or Managing QS. This role offers excellent long-term career prospects within a supportive and high-performing commercial team.

Qualifications

• Strong background in construction or refurbishment projects.
• Proven experience as a Senior QS or Managing QS.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Oversee procurement, subcontract management, and contract administration.
• Lead commercial strategy across building and refurbishment schemes.
• Mentor and support QS team members.
• Ensure projects are delivered to budget, quality, and programme targets.

Skills

Cost control

Contract administration

Team leadership

Procurement

Commercial strategy

Job description

Managing Quantity Surveyor – Bristol

Construction | Building Projects | Refurbishment | Commercial Management

A leading construction contractor in Bristol is looking to appoint a Managing Quantity Surveyor to support continued growth across a strong pipeline of building and refurbishment projects. This is a secure, award-winning regional business offering excellent long-term career prospects, a high-performing commercial team, and a supportive working environment.

The Role – Managing Quantity Surveyor

As the Managing QS, you will take ownership of commercial delivery across multiple local projects while leading and developing a small team of Quantity Surveyors. Responsibilities include:

• Managing cost control, forecasting and commercial reporting
• Overseeing procurement, subcontract management and contract administration
• Leading commercial strategy across building and refurbishment schemes
• Mentoring and supporting QS team members
• Ensuring projects are delivered to budget, quality and programme targets

This position is ideal for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a leadership role, or an existing Managing Quantity Surveyor seeking a new challenge with a progressive contractor.

About You

Strong background in construction or refurbishment projects

Proven experience as a Senior QS or Managing QS

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