Managing Quantity Surveyor
Highways
£75,000 - £78,000
Leiston, Suffolk
·Up to 8% company pension
·Travel to site costs covered
·Company Car/ Car allowance
·Lodging available
About the Role:
Are you ready to take a leadership role in our Infrastructure projects? We are seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to oversee and drive the commercial success of our Highways division. Ideally based locally, we are open to subsidizing relocation for the right candidate.
Responsibilities:
·Leading and managing a team of Quantity Surveyors to ensure commercial and contractual compliance.
·Creating and maintaining a safe working environment across all projects.
·Developing subcontract documentation, negotiating terms, prices, and programs.
·Overseeing subcontract works packages, including interim assessments and change management.
·Ensuring the issuance of commercial notices to Clients and Subcontractors in accordance with contracts.
·Managing change processes, including Compensation Event Quotations.
·Overseeing the submission and agreement of monthly applications to the Client.
·Liaising with operational and engineering teams to maintain accurate site records.
·Producing detailed monthly reports and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR).
·Maintaining and managing a detailed Cost Plan, forecasting expenditures, and providing strategic cost control.
·Attending and leading progress and risk reduction meetings with clients and subcontractors.
·Maximizing project value and profitability through strategic commercial management.
·Supporting estimating and bid teams with contractual expertise.
·Acting as a key leader in the on-site commercial team, driving best practices and efficiencies.
About You:
·Strong leadership and management skills with a proven track record in commercial management.
·Excellent understanding of standard forms of contract, particularly NEC3/4 Option C.
·Proficiency in IT systems, including Excel, Word, and Contractual & Cost Management Systems (CEMAR, Oracle).
·Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
·Demonstrated experience in a Civil Engineering environment (Highways, Rail, Water, Aviation) with Highways England or Local Authority Clients.
·Experience managing large single projects or multiple smaller schemes.
·First-class time management and ability to deliver key outcomes effectively.
Apply Now:
If you meet the technical requirements but the salary, location, or seniority level does not fully align with your expectations, we still encourage you to apply. We frequently recruit for similar roles across the UK at various levels.
Even if you are currently content in your role, we welcome discussions with Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals for potential future opportunities. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience in this market.
For more information, please contact Patrick Gray at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to (url removed).
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Managing Quantity Surveyor
Carrington West
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 8 days
Leiston, Suffolk IP16, England

£75,000 - £78,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The role of Managing Quantity Surveyor for the Highways division is based in Leiston, Suffolk, offering a salary between £75,000 and £78,000.
- Candidates should have a strong background in commercial management within a Civil Engineering environment, particularly in Highways, with experience managing large projects or multiple smaller schemes.
- The position requires strong leadership skills, proficiency in IT systems, and an excellent understanding of standard forms of contract, especially NEC3/4 Option C.
- The company offers up to 8% pension contributions, travel to site costs covered, and options for a company car or car allowance, along with lodging availability.
- Ideal candidates are encouraged to apply even if the salary, location, or seniority level does not fully align with their expectations, as similar roles are frequently recruited across the UK.