Managing Quantity Surveyor

Taylor Woodrow; Friston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Friston is seeking an experienced Senior/Managing Quantity Surveyor for a critical infrastructure project. You will lead commercial aspects, manage procurement, and ensure contractual compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong NEC contract knowledge and a degree in Quantity Surveying. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with career development opportunities in a respected engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management principles.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of the project.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and management.
• Provide strategic input on risk management and value engineering.
• Provide strategic input on risk management and value engineering.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to maintain financial performance and contractual compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification

Job description

Senior Recruitment Partner for Taylor Woodrow

Senior / Managing Quantity Surveyor – Substation Civils Project

Location: Friston

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role:

Taylor Woodrow, a leading infrastructure and civil engineering specialist, is seeking an experienced Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a major substation civils project in Friston.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a critical infrastructure project, ensuring commercial success and compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of the project, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and management.
• Ensure accurate valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Provide strategic input on risk management and value engineering.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to maintain financial performance and contractual compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management principles.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a high‑profile energy infrastructure project.
• Career development within a leading construction and engineering company.