416 managing quantity surveyor jobs found in London

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Buildings - Education Framework Location: London and the south east We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established Building team, supporting the commercial delivery of projects across the south east. You will lead a commercial team, providing direction, mentoring, and oversight while working closely with operational and leadership teams to maximise value and protect margin. This role offers significant autonomy and influence across project and business unit performance. As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be an established commercial leader with strong experience delivering complex construction projects within a Tier 1 or major contractor environment. Lead the commercial management of major projects or a portfolio of schemes, ensuring financial success Oversee cost planning, forecasting, valuations, variations, and final account negotiations Provide leadership and mentoring to the commercial...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Location : Esher, Surrey or Kentish Town, London Salary : 70,000 to 80,000 + 4,500 Car Allowance + Benefits I'm recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join an established infrastructure contractor delivering a high-volume programme of water and mains installation works for Thames Water across London. This is a busy framework, with around 1.5m of work going through the contract each month. Individual jobs typically range from 2,500 to 50,000, so the role is very different from a traditional major-project QS position. There is a strong focus on managing a large number of live jobs, keeping subcontract accounts under control and maintaining accurate commercial reporting across the framework. The successful candidate will manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and will have a hands-on role in managing the commercial performance of the contract. The Role You'll be responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of the framework, working...

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a superb opportunity for a Manging Quantity Surveyor to join our team working on our project at Cockfosters, London. As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you'll take a lead role within the commercial function, managing a team of Quantity Surveyors and overseeing the commercial delivery of significant civils packages on the project. About you An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). Solid experience as a SQS/MQS...

We are currently working with a well-established organisation delivering major infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional with strong contractor-side experience and a proven background working with NEC3 contracts . The successful candidate will play a key role in managing commercial activities, overseeing project costs and supporting the successful delivery of major infrastructure and civil engineering projects. This role would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take on greater commercial responsibility, oversee commercial performance and contribute to the continued success of a growing business. About You You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within a contractor or contractor-side consultancy...

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure Project 70,000- 85,000 + 5,000 car allowance or company car I'm currently working with a major UK infrastructure contractor who are looking to appoint a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join one of the country's most significant infrastructure projects. This is a genuinely high-profile project involving the construction of a new road connection including a major tunnel beneath a key waterway. With a project value of more than 1bn, this is an opportunity to join a landmark project that will have a lasting impact on the regions transport network. As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you'll take a lead role within the commercial function, managing a team of Quantity Surveyors and overseeing the commercial delivery of significant civils packages from the very beginning of the project. The Role You'll be responsible for leading commercial and cost management activities, working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager and wider...

We are looking for a talented Managing Quantity Surveyor who has the skills and necessary experience to challenge, engage, influence and drive change. This is an integral and exciting opportunity lead a dedicated and enthusiastic team of Quantity Surveyors essential to the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £400m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in ensure we deliver value and life's essential service to Customers. What you'll be doing as a Managing Quantity Surveyor Ensuring that Contractual Compliance is maintained on all Contracts. Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place, reviewed and monitored for your Delivery Area and Team to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as second point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Developing and Advising on Procurement Strategies for your...

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Kent A leading civil engineering contractor is looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure project in Kent. This is a senior commercial position, suited to someone who has experience managing significant project values, leading commercial teams and driving commercial performance across a complex infrastructure project. The Role As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you'll take a lead role within the project commercial team, overseeing commercial performance and supporting the wider project leadership team. You'll be responsible for: Leading and managing the commercial team Overseeing the commercial performance of the project Managing cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs Reviewing commercial risks and opportunities Leading subcontract procurement and commercial negotiations Managing change, variations and compensation events Ensuring effective cost control and commercial governance Supporting project...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Thame, UK Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 95,000 base + benefits Sector: Water Infrastructure NEC Commercial Key Responsibilities Prepare valuations and applications for payment in line with the contract Produce contractually compliant cost reports for the client Support internal commercial reporting Manage subcontract and material procurement schedules Administer subcontractor and supplier accounts through to final account Run contract administration including change management and registers Identify commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering Measure quantities to standard methods of measurement Draft subcontracts including professional services Support preparation of project final accounts Requirements Proven experience in a commercial role such as Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor or similar HND or degree qualification RICS or ICES registered and working towards chartership...

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. As part of our continued growth within the water sector, we are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our team delivering major infrastructure projects through the Anglian Water Major Projects Framework. The Anglian Water AMP8 programme (Apply online only represents one of the largest infrastructure investment programmes in the UK water sector, creating an exceptional opportunity for commercial professionals seeking exposure to major projects, collaborative contracting, and industry-leading delivery models. Anglian Water's AMP8 investment...

Managing Quantity Surveyor We have an excellent opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a well regarded regional main contractor in Swindon. The business operates out of several regional offices across the South of England, undertaking projects across education, commercial, defence and heritage sectors valuing typically up to 25mil. The business has reported excellent profits year on year and are in a strong financial position. They're now looking to expand the team with an additional Managing Quantity Surveyor. About the role of Managing Quantity Surveyor: As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects concurrently and will be responsible for the team members working on those schemes. You will be reporting into the Commercial Manager. Key Responsibilities as Managing Quantity Surveyor: Heavy involvement in bidding / work-winning Overseeing project procurement Overseeing CVRs and reporting upstream...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Managing Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Suffolk Start Date: Dec 2026 onwards (negotiable depending on candidates notice period) Salary: c 95k- 105k basic (DOE) plus competitive package inc car allowance, healthcare, performance bonus and leading pension scheme. Company & Project: A successful Tier 1 Main Contractor with stable pipeline of secured projects across Suffolk have a new and exciting opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their business and lead a a key project valued at over 100m. The company are looking for a candidate that has experience managing others and is looking to make a decisive step in their career. They will consider experienced Senior QS candidates who have led projects over 50m looking for a step up or proven Managing QS candidates. Previous experience leading projects over 50m in single value is essential for this position. Duties &...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Ipswich, Suffolk (with travel across East Anglia) Salary: £80,000 £90,000 + car allowance + benefits Job Type: Permanent Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / Energy The Opportunity We are working in partnership with an ambitious and growing civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a permanent basis, based in Ipswich. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with a strong focus on sustainable growth, commercial performance and the development of its people. With a diverse portfolio of projects across the East Anglia region, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving commercial success, managing risk and maximising profitability across multiple projects. Reporting directly to the Divisional Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual performance of several projects, providing...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Norwich (with travel across East Anglia) Salary: £80,000 £90,000 + car allowance + benefits Job Type: Permanent Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / Energy The Opportunity We are working in partnership with an ambitious and growing civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a permanent basis, based in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with a strong focus on sustainable growth, commercial performance and the development of its people. With a diverse portfolio of projects across the East Anglia region, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving commercial success, managing risk and maximising profitability across multiple projects. Reporting directly to the Divisional Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual performance of several projects, providing leadership and...

Your new company You will be joining an award-winning and multi-sector civil engineering contractor based in Leicester with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the Midlands region. This multi-accredited and agile contractor operates across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success and a strong pipeline of work, they are actively seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicester office with hybrid and flexible working. Your new role As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with operational teams, clients and senior stakeholders, you will provide strategic commercial leadership, ensuring projects are...

Job Title Managing Surveyor Employer Main Contractor Location Essex Salary Competitive Start Asap A leading bespoke Main Contractor Refurbishment Contractor with a turnover of £40 million is seeking a Managing Surveyor to join their team on a full-time basis To take overall responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project in order to control and maximise the company s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues. This is to include ensuring applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms and also ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors. In addition, ensuring cost reports and the like are managed,...

Quantity Surveyor Fawkes and Reece are currently working closely with an established Family-Owned Main Contractor that have a reputation in the Construction market delivering a variety of design and build, new build and refurbishment schemes. Our client is well established with over 40 years trading and pride themselves in being a financially sound business with a strong positive cash balance making them one of the top 2% most financially strong UK Construction companies. About the role of Quantity Surveyor As a business, our client operates in London and the Southeast working across Education, Commercial, Healthcare, leisure, Heritage, and residential schemes ranging from small works up to circa 2 Million. Typically, their projects are under JCT form of Contract. For this role, our client is looking for a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor to work within one of their successful divisions on projects ranging from 1 Million to 2 Million in value. The successful candidate...

About the role of Project Quantity Surveyor As Project Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining the commercial team of a Tier 1 Main Contractor in the UK. They are looking to strengthen their commercial team due to a strong project pipeline. You will get the opportunity to take a commercial lead position on projects valued 5m+. This leading construction contractor operates across commercial, education, defence, and infrastructure schemes with over 100 years of experience in the construction industry. Their London operations focus on major commercial and mixed-use developments, industrial and logistic developments, life science and research facilities, film studios, defence and secure government facilities. You will be reporting into the Managing Quantity Surveyor. Key Responsibilities of Project Quantity Surveyor Include but not limited to: Take full commercial responsibility for projects valued 5m and above Establish project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - M&E SSA are currently recruiting for a leading Mechanical & Electrical contractor who are looking to add a Senior Quantity Surveyor to their team to work across a number of CATA, CATB, & Shell & Core projects valued between £5m-£25m. They are looking for someone to come in and manage their own projects who has the ambition to move into a Managing Quantity Surveyor within a short space of time. Duties may include: Collaborate with colleagues while building your understanding of mechanical and electrical systems. Take responsibility for allocated work packages and deliver tasks to a professional standard. Use drawings and isometrics to prepare detailed, priced bills of quantities covering labour and materials. Monitor project expenditure, labour hours, and progress against earned-value measures. Produce comprehensive construction take-offs and cost plans, reviewing cost and labour efficiency throughout delivery....

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineering Freelance Inside IR35 3-month initial contract with possible extension North / West London projects About the Company Our client is an established contractor delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working within a structured commercial environment, the business is looking to strengthen its project team with an experienced freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor who can provide strong commercial leadership and rigorous cost and contract management. The Role Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you will take a lead role in the commercial performance of civil engineering projects. You will support project delivery teams and senior management with accurate reporting, cost control, cash management and commercial analysis, while actively managing contractual risk and identifying opportunities to improve project performance. Key Responsibilities • Provide accurate...

Highways Quantity Surveyor Bedfordshire £425 - £500 per day 3-month initial contract Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor currently looking for a new challenge? An opportunity has arisen for a Highways QS to join a client in Bedfordshire. This is a full-time contract offered on an on-going basis, initially for 3 months. This role will offer hybrid working, and a rate of £425 - £500 per day, inside IR35. Key Accountabilities: Reporting to the Managing QS in delivery of all commercial aspects relating to highway maintenance works Cost capture for supply chain & self-delivered works Working with the Managing Quantity Surveyor to prepare clear and accurate forecasts Preparing early warning notices and CE quotations Submitting of Claims and applications to the client and ensuring payment is received Agreement of final accounts within 3 months of work completion Risk & opportunity management Monthly cost and value...