Managing Quantity Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; Walsall; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead projects in civil engineering and infrastructure. This role is pivotal in managing commercial aspects, ensuring compliance with contracts, and fostering relationships with clients. Successful candidates will bring extensive experience in water infrastructure and tunnelling, alongside strong leadership skills to mentor junior team members. The position offers a competitive salary, company car, and additional benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in a reputable firm. If you are passionate about driving project success and have the expertise in this field, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Company car / car allowance

5% Company pension contribution

Life Assurance

Single persons private medical cover

Permanent Health Cover

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering and water infrastructure projects is essential.
• Ability to manage commercial aspects and support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial management and procurement processes for projects.
• Ensure timely reporting and compliance with contract requirements.

Skills

Commercial Management

Procurement of Subcontractors

Time Management

Reporting and Earned Value Analysis

Team Leadership

Education

HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS Membership (or working towards)

Tools

ICE/NEC Forms of Contract

Construction Law Knowledge

Job description

Managing Quantity Surveyor
Walsall
Up to £85,000

We are currently recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor for one of the UK’s largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists. The business has over 40 years of trading history, operating as a tier 1 partner for blue chip, regulated, and private clients. They work as part of large frameworks, joint ventures, and alliances, as well as on individual projects developing long-standing client relationships.

They currently have requirements for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their head office team, working in locations across the Midlands, with the expectation that successful candidates travel to regional offices in Peterborough as and when required for meetings.

As the business specializes in water infrastructure and tunnelling projects, past project experience in these areas is paramount!

Criteria:

1. HND/degree in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent
2. Previous experience in the civil engineering industry
3. Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract NEC3 or NEC4 and knowledge of current Construction Law
4. Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations
5. Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis
6. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
7. Ability to encourage and support junior members of the Commercial Team
8. Experience of working for a Contractor, with water experience, able to deal with large amounts of data for open book forms of contract
9. Member of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards (desirable)
10. CSCS card holder

On Offer:

1. Up to £85,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
2. Company car / car allowance
3. 5% Company pension contribution
4. Life Assurance
5. Single persons private medical cover
6. Permanent Health Cover

To express your interest please contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham! Or Apply Now!

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