Managing Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Atkins Search are working with a respected, region leading construction main contractor based in Derby who are looking to recruit a Managing Quantity Surveyor

Client

Our client is a leading regional construction company delivering projects across the Midlands in sectors including education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, heritage, and public sector frameworks. We are seeking an experienced Managing Surveyor to lead commercial functions across multiple projects, ensuring robust financial management, effective team leadership, and the successful delivery of high quality construction schemes.

Role

The Managing Surveyor will oversee the commercial performance of a portfolio of projects, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, risk management, and accurate forecasting. The role includes supervising project QS teams, supporting pre-construction activities, and contributing to business performance by driving best-practice commercial processes across the business.

Responsibilities

Lead the commercial delivery of multiple construction projects from procurement through to final account.
Prepare, review, and manage cost plans, budgets, CVRs, forecasts, and cashflow projections.
Monitor and report on project profitability, identifying risks and opportunities.
Ensure timely submission and agreement of valuations, variations, and compensation events.
Oversee subcontract procurement, tender analysis, negotiation, and package finalisation.
Ensure subcontractor accounts are managed effectively including interim payments and final accounts.
Ensure adherence to contract conditions (JCT, NEC, and framework agreements).
Implement and maintain company commercial procedures and governance.
Person

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Proven experience as a Senior/Managing Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment.
Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
Track record of delivering projects £5m–£50m+.
Excellent financial acumen, reporting capability, and attention to detail.
Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
Remuneration

Basic Salary £75,000- £85,000 (DOE) and car/car allowance.
Pension and benefits package.
Professional development and training opportunities.
The opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile regional projects with a respected contractor.