Managing Quantity Surveyor

Salary: £96,000 – £102,000 per year

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Managing Quantity Surveyor

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #3008

Location: Cambridgeshire

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£96,000 – £102,000 basic plus competitive package

Company & Project: A recognised Main Contractor with a number of projects in Cambridgeshire have a unique opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their business. 

Due to a strong period of successful contract awards, they require an exceptional construction professional to work in a key role in their business structure, with the opportunity to lead a team of surveyors and work on projects c£20m+. 

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 looking for a step up or proven Managing QS candidates. The role includes both managing a small team and also hands on surveying on larger projects, overseeing a team of surveyors delivering the project. 

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing surveyors across the commercial management functions on multiple projects in excess of £20m, from procurement of subcontractors, measurement & valuations, through to processing monthly applications for payment, handling claims and variations.

You will also be expected to report at a senior level to directors and help build the team and overall growth of the office. 

Desirable Experience: 

– Minimum 5 years experience as a Senior or Managing QS on projects c£20m+.

– Excellent negotiation skills and previous experience procuring subcontractors.

– Strong track record managing other surveyors. 

– Previous Roles: Senior Quantity Surveyor OR Managing QS OR Senior QS OR Quantity Surveyor.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or comparable qualification. 

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Managing Quantity Surveyor position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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