Quantity Surveyor

Driver Hire Borders; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor for a major highway project in Bedford. The role involves leading the commercial function, overseeing contract management, and ensuring financial control while maximizing value throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have demonstrable experience in civil engineering projects, particularly in highways, and strong commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience on large-scale civil engineering projects in the highways sector.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and quantity surveying activities for the highway project.
• Manage and administer the main contract and subcontracts.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional membership (e.g., RICS, ICES)

Tools

Quantity surveying software

Job description

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Major Highway Project (Bedford)

Are you an experienced and commercially astute Managing Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in major highway infrastructure projects? Ready to take a leading commercial role on a significant project in the Bedford area?

We are seeking a high-calibre Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial function for a key highway improvement project based in Bedford. You will be responsible for all commercial aspects of the project, ensuring financial control, maximising value, and managing risk throughout the project lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a landmark infrastructure scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all commercial and quantity surveying activities for the highway project.
• Oversee the development and implementation of commercial strategies.
• Manage and administer the main contract and subcontracts, likely utilising NEC forms of contract.
• Ensure robust cost planning, forecasting, and detailed monthly CVR reporting.
• Lead on procurement, negotiation, and management of subcontractor accounts.
• Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and final accounts.
• Manage and resolve claims and variations in a timely and effective manner.
• Provide expert commercial advice and guidance to the project team.
• Mentor and develop junior quantity surveying staff within the team.
• Foster strong working relationships with the client, consultants, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations and company commercial procedures.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven track record as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with demonstrable experience on large-scale civil engineering projects, specifically within the highways sector.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of NEC (New Engineering Contract) forms of contract is essential.
• Strong commercial acumen with a comprehensive understanding of cost management, contract administration, and procurement.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate a commercial team.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed commercial reports to senior management.
• Proficient in relevant quantity surveying and cost management software.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related construction field.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS, ICES) is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.

This is a pivotal role offering the chance to make a significant impact on a major infrastructure project in Bedford. If you have the leadership skills and commercial expertise required, we want to hear from you.

To apply or for more information, please contact:

Lewis Weir 07350439853

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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